<p>Toasters are actually allowed in the university apartment-style housing but in the kitchen areas. When you have a toaster in a dorm room, it’s in closer proximity to flammable objects such as paper, blankets, and clothing. It’s a rule, there’s a decent rationale behind it, and just because you can get away with something doesn’t mean you should do it.</p>
<p>Continuing on the same example, there is always the risk of getting into an accident while driving a car. That doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t wear a seat belt just because that likelihood is small and you can often get away with not buckling up. While unlikely, the potential harm that can result from not wearing a seat belt during an accident is much greater than playing it safe just like the potential harm from having a toaster start a fire in a dorm room is much greater than playing it safe.</p>