Tis the season! Although they don’t specifically address live Xmas trees–at least that I know of–OHS laws require employers to take general measures to assess and control fire hazards in the workplace. The source of requirements relating specifically to Xmas trees in offices and other indoor settings, if there are any, would likely be local fire codes.
The primary hazard posed by Xmas trees is, of course, fire. No electrical lights should take care of the electrical fire risks. Keeping the tree well watered and well away from heat sources is also a must. (Here’s a site you can check to get safety tips from the NFPA http://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/By-topic/Seasonal-fires/Winter-holiday-safety/Christmas-tree-fires )
Secondary Xmas tree hazards would include obstructing exits and maybe even allergies.
Enjoy the holidays and sorry to be such a humbug and keep you waiting so long for a reply.
Glenn Demby, 203 354-4532
