Are candles or incense allowed?

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only During Special Events
• D. Only If Unlit

Answer: (B)

Fire safety is the priority in Basic Military Training. Candles and incense introduce an open-flame and smoke risk in dorms, classrooms, and training spaces, where clutter, equipment, and movement during drills can quickly lead to ignition or spread. To keep everyone safe and maintain consistent safety practices, items with open flames or that produce smoke are not permitted at any time. This ensures a clear, uniform rule that minimizes fire hazards across all activities.

So the stance is that they are not allowed. Allowing them even during special events, or only if unlit, would create loopholes and still pose safety risks that the training environment is designed to avoid.