Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District
OUTDOOR FESTIVAL and SPECIAL EVENT GUIDEBOOK
The purpose of this guidebook is to establish the responsibilities for the event
promoters, sponsors, vendors, and the Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District.
Event Sponsor
The Event Sponsor assumes overall responsibility for the set-up and running of the event and
insures compliance with Fire and Life Safety guidelines.
The Event Sponsor shall:
9 Secure the proper permits from the Town of Fort Myers Beach or Lee County for Public
Safety approval.
9 Secure any additional permits from the Fire Department Prevention Division. These may
include Pyrotechnics, Open Flames and Tents.
9 Provide a site plan to the Fire Department showing:
• The name of all streets and areas that are included in the event
• The location(s) of Fire Department Access Lanes (20 ft. minimum width)
• The location of stages, non- food booth vendors, food vendors and display areas
• Location of Emergency Exits
• A list of food vendors with the type of food and cooking method
9 The Event sponsor shall distribute to each Hot Food Vendor a copy of the requirements
for Hot Food Vendors.
9 Provide event radios (if used) with a list of assigned channels.
9 PARADE FLOATS: All motorized parade floats and towing apparatus in accordance
with the FFPC: NFPA 1: Subsection 10.17.2 shall be equipped with a 2A:10B:C
portable fire extinguisher that is readily accessible to the operation.
Event Vendors
Event Vendors are responsible for the safe operation of their booth, display or attraction.
Vendors shall coordinate the event setup and take down with the Event Sponsor to insure
compliance with Fire and Life Safety regulations.
9 Shall keep Fire Lanes, Fire Department Connections and building access clear and
unobstructed.
9 Read, sign and post the Hot Food Vendor requirements in the booth.
9 Be prepared, at anytime, for a Fire Inspection.
9 Correct any violations prior to opening for business.
9 Maintain all Fire and Life Safety requirements for the duration of the event.
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