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Car Bashing Guidelines

Cal State Fullerton student organizations sponsoring a "car bashing" must adhere to the guidelines below. The sponsoring organization is responsible for ensuring that these controls are implemented and that an on-site monitor is present at all times. If for any reason these guidelines are not being followed, the University will immediately cancel the event.

Car Preparation

• Before delivery to campus, the vehicle used must be stripped. This means:
  • There may be no glass anywhere in/on the vehicle.
  • he engine, battery and fuel tank must be removed.
  • The vehicle may not contain any gasoline or automotive fluids of any kind.
• University Police or Parking must escort the vehicle on to campus. Delivery and removal must occur on the same day of the event.

Site Preparation and Cleanup

• The activity may not take place near a storm or a sanitary sewer drain.
• The wheels must be chocked prior to the start of the activity.
• A tarp or plastic sheeting must be placed under the car to contain residual leaks.
• The area around the perimeter of the vehicle must be sufficiently cordoned off to prevent debris from striking spectators and to prevent anyone from being stuck by a sledgehammer.
• The activity perimeter must be adequately staffed for crowd control. These persons must have the authority to maintain or increase the perimeter distance as necessary for the safety of individuals gathered. These persons must also wear safety glasses with side shields at a minimum.
• One 10-pound ABC multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguisher must be present at all times at the activity site.
• Clean up must begin immediately following the activity.

Personal Protection

• Prior to participating in the activity, individuals must sign an approved consent form that informs participants of potential hazards and safety procedures.
• Only a sledgehammer may be used to strike the vehicle.
• Only one participant may be in the activity area at a time.
• Participants must wear leather gloves, closed toed shoes and ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields at a minimum.
• Participants may not stand on any part of the vehicle. When striking the vehicle, participants must have both feet on the ground.

Revised: 8/19/2008 TW

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