Theater pros must navigate OSHA's General Duty Clause, FDA Food Code guidelines, union rules, and local permits to safely use real food props, preventing foodborne illness and allergies while maintaining authenticity.
Educational performing arts centers must comply with codes, standards, regulations, and laws to ensure the safety of those who use the facility. This article discusses the specific areas of compliance that are required and how centers can ensure that they are meeting all necessary standards.
ASTM standards cover a wide range of topics, including metals, construction materials, textiles, plastics, ceramics, medical devices, and consumer products. They establish performance criteria, safety guidelines, and testing methods for these materials and products, and are widely used by manufacturers, government agencies, and other organizations to ensure that products meet established quality, safety, and performance standards.
