Part 9.0 Facilities

Section 9.1 Facilities Use

Subsection 9.1.1 Carpet Care

Policy Statement:

All tape on the carpet causes long-term damage.  The residue cannot be cleaned properly and attracts dirt that causes extra wear on the carpet.  The worst offenders are duct tape and masking tape.  These should NEVER be used on carpet.

We've done significant research on tapes that cause the least damage and the result is a performing arts/production tape known as gaffer's tape.  ONLY use gaffer's tape for any carpet application beyond just a few minutes.  APA Operations personnel will be happy to provide staff with gaffer's tape as needed.  Please use it frugally as it is quite expensive.