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Display Cases
Source: Office of Emergency Services
Hazards
- Unsecured display and potted plant may fall, striking nearby occupants or blocking doors and exit ways for evacuation during an emergency.
Recommendations
- Secure display case to floor.
- Use angle bracket if needed.
- Secure contents to shelves using hook-and-loop or similar devices.
- Secure art objects or potted plants with ropes, chains or cables attached to eyebolts installed into wall studs or blocking.
Notes
- Display case must have safety glass.
- Shelves in display case must be secured.
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