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Safety and Security
RIGHTS
- ISOC / OCS is private property
- We may photograph and/or videotape any person on the property
- We reserve the right to refuse entry or require any person that has already entered to leave the property for failure to comply with any of our rules.
- We reserve the right to enforce all post Rules and any unposted Rules that violates the safety and security of others.
These Rights are subject to change at any time without notice.
RULES
- No parking in a marked DISABLED Parking spot without a Disabled Placard OR Disabled License Plate.
- No parking/blocking any gates #1-5
- No fighting (verbal or physical) and weapons of any kind
- No loitering/socializing in the parking lots
- No artificial noise makers
- No vehicular racing/speeding or revving engines
- No recreational devices such as drones, remote-controlled toys, skateboards, scooters, skates, bicycles or shoes with built-in wheels
- No entering of restricted/secured areas
- Any person under the age of 18 identified to be unaccompanied AND in violation of any of these rules, shall be placed in Childcare, for their safety, until either their parent(s), legal guardian and/or police arrive.
- No interfering with ISOC / OCS Staff duties or Security-related incidents
These Rules are subject to change at any time without notice.
Ramadan parking lot / drop-off instructions
- Gate #1 (13th St.) Entry only. Drop-offs may be done next to handicapped spots.
- Gate #2 (Kerry St.) Exit only
- Gate #3 (Kerry St.) EMERGENCY Entry/Exit ONLY
- Gate #4 (11th St.) Entry only until lot is full. Then it will be Exit only (read below).
- Gate #5 (11th St.) Entry only until lot is full.
When vehicles need to leave, they will exit Gate #4. The number of vehicles leaving will be communicated to the guards at Gate #1 & #2. That number of new vehicles will be allowed to enter and park.
Violation notices will be left on the vehicles and pictures taken for....
- Parking in Disabled spots WITHOUT a Disabled Placard OR Disabled License Plate.
- Parking over a line that consumes a second spot or prevents a vehicle from parking properly next to you.
Vehicles will be towed if...
- You park in a Reserved spot NOT intended for you
- You park your vehicle that blocks any Gate 1-5
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you open for all prayers?
ISOC will is holding the 5 daily prayers as well as 20 raka'ahs of Taraweeh and Witr.
How much is Sadaqatul Fitr?
Sadaqatul Fitr is a charity for the month of Ramadan. It can be given during Ramadan but it must be given before the Eid prayer. It is to help the poor and needy. It is obligatory upon everyone upon whom Zakat is obligatory. It should be paid on behalf of everyone in the family. The head of the household should pay it. It is $12 per person in the family including newborn babies.
How much is fidya?
Fidya is a substitute for fasting for those who are unable to fast due to terminal sickness. It is $15 per person / per day of missed fasting.
Will you be collecting and distributing zakat / sadaqatul fitr?
Yes, you can donate online, or mail a check – ISOC will distribute the funds on your behalf.
Now more than ever before, families are facing challenges – your generous donations will
enable ISOC to help families in need.
How can one apply to receive zakat / financial assistance?
Applications are available on-site and must be submitted in person – the security guard will assist you in getting an application.
At what age should children start fasting?
In observant Muslim families, normally, children start fasting from the age of 6 or 7. They do not fast every day of Ramadan. They fast on some days and then skip a few days, and then fast again. This way they become used to fasting. Like salat, fasting is obligatory on them when they reach the age of puberty, around the ages of 13 or 14.
I usually pray at ISOC but now should I follow the timings of my local masjid in Orange County?
It is your choice. You can follow ISOC time or any masjid’s time for your daily Salat. However, you must follow the prescribed time. For example, if Fajr time starts at 5:00 am and sunrises at 6:15 am, then you have the choice to pray anytime in between; it is always good to pray earlier in time than later.
Can I follow the online recitation of the imam from my home?
You can listen to the reading of the Qur’an but when you pray you should have your own prayer or make a Jama’ah at your home with the members of your own family. You are not allowed to have a virtual Jama’ah, following the TV or your website.
What if I miss some days of fasting?
You should not miss any day of fasting in Ramadan. If you are sick or traveling and some days of fasting, you should make up the missed day/days (qada) after Ramadan. You can do the qada any time before the next Ramadan, but sooner is better.
Do women have to make up the fasting missed during menstruation and nursing babies?
Yes, women have to make up the fasting missed for the excuses you mentioned. They do not have to make up the missed salat, but they are required to make up the missed fasts.
Can I receive a Covid-19 vaccination during my fast?
It is permissible to get the vaccine while fasting as nothing goes into the stomach and the vaccine has no nutritional value.
Can I use eye/ear drops / nasal sprays? Can I brush my teeth during my fast?
Eye drops do not break the fast. It is permissible to use them during fasting, although it is better to delay until Iftar. Nasal drops are not allowed, because whatever is put in the nose goes to the throat. Brushing teeth without toothpaste or with a small amount of toothpaste is allowed. It is highly recommended to keep the mouth clean and use miswak.
Can I donate blood while fasting?
It is permissible to have a blood test or blood donation while fasting. For blood donation during fasting, one should consult the doctor. One is allowed to donate blood if one is physically strong.
What if I accidentally eat or drink something?
If you accidentally eat or drink something, you should continue your fast. If it is done forgetfully, it does not break the fast.
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