Define: Open Flame

How is Open Flame defined in a legal contract?

• Open Flame means a device, an object that generates a flame or spark, or a device that has its heating unit exposed to the outside. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
• Open Flame means fire that is supported by wick, oil or other slow burning means to sustain itself. It includes flame-producing devices such as candles, torches, and juggling or other fire artist equipment; however, it does not include handheld candles when used for ceremonial purposes, as long as they are not held or used in a harmful or threatening manner. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
• Open Flame means any activity or device that produces a flame, including but not limited to candles, tiki torches, oil lanterns, butane or other gas burners, incense, campfires, bonfires, fire pits, and grills. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
• Open Flame means items like candles, tiki torches, oil lanterns, and similar items. Seen in 1 SEC filing.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

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Genie Definition 1

• Open Flame means a device or activity generating a flame or spark, including candles, torches, grills, and burners, and devices with an exposed heating unit.

Relevant Contract Types

• Event Management Contract
• Property Lease Agreement
• Catering Services Contract

Relevant Circumstances

• Organizing an event or function that might involve the use of open flames
• Leasing or renting a property with a fireplace or gas stove
• Entering into a catering service agreement for an event or restaurant

Relevant Sectors

• Hospitality Sector
• Real Estate Sector
• Event Management Sector

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Genie Definition 2

• Open Flame means a self-sustaining fire supported by wick, oil or similar, excluding handheld candles used ceremoniously and non-threateningly.

Relevant Contract Types

• Product Liability Contract
• Manufacturer Agreement
• Sales Agreement

Relevant Circumstances

• Manufacturing or selling products that generate open flame
• Products prone to catch fire under certain conditions
• Use of open flames as a part of a product or service offering

Relevant Sectors

• Manufacturing and Production
• Sales and Retail
• E-commerce

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