Incidents due to improper construction have occurred on campuses and in communities around the nation.  Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) identified a need for a campus tents and temporary structures program.   

The program is based on the following guidelines and regulations:  

• Tent Rental Division of the Industrial Fabrics Association International Guidelines
• International Fire Code 

EH&S partners in the program are Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M), Event Authorization Committee, Athletics, and Risk Management.

In 2016, EH&S inspected 63 tents and 8 stages and platforms for organizations on campus.