Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.03.22 - RESIDENTIAL ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES
Section 16.03.22.405 - ADDITIONAL FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STANDARDS FOR ALL BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 16.03.22.405

Current through September 2, 2024

01. Electrical Installations and Equipment. Electrical installations and equipment must comply with applicable local or state electrical requirements in NFPA, Standard 101, Mandatory References.

a. Extension cords and multi-plug adapters are prohibited;

b. Relocatable Power Taps (RPTs) must be Underwriter Laboratories (U/L) approved with the following requirements:
i. RPTs must be directly connected to a wall outlet; and

ii. Have a built-in surge protector.

02. Prohibited Applications. The following are prohibited uses of an RPT:

a. Medical equipment;

b. Daisy chain or plugging one (1) plug strip into a second plug strip;

c. Appliances;

d. As a convenience, in lieu of permanent installed receptacles; and

e. Extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage.

03. Medical Gases. Handling, use, and storage of medical gas must be according to NFPA, Standard 99, Chapter 11, Performance, Maintenance, and Testing as referenced in Section 004 of these rules.

04. Fuel-Fired Heating. Fuel-fired heating devices and systems must be inspected, serviced, and cleaned at least annually by a person professionally engaged in the business of servicing these devices or systems.

05. Natural or Man-Made Hazards. When natural or man-made hazards are present on the facility property or border the facility property, suitable fences, guards, railing, or a combination must be installed to provide protection for the residents.

06. Telephone. The facility must have a telephone on the premises available for staff use in the event of an emergency. Emergency telephone numbers must be posted near the telephone.

Effective March 15, 2022

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