What is the purpose of a flame effect plan?

A flame effect plan serves a crucial function in ensuring safety and compliance during performances that incorporate flame effects. The primary purpose of this plan is to communicate all necessary information to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for permit evaluation. This includes details about the flame effects to be used, their safety measures, and compliance with safety codes and regulations. Effectively, the plan acts as a formalized document that enables the AHJ to understand the intended setup and potential risks, ensuring that the event adheres to safety standards.

In contrast, while designing the stage layout, outlining technician operational procedures, and providing access instructions for audience safety are important, they are secondary to the primary role of facilitating the permit evaluation process. These elements might be included within the flame effect plan as supporting information, but they do not capture the essential function of the plan in the context of regulatory compliance and safety assurance.