Kansas Administrative Regulations
Agency 4 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Article 27 - LODGING ESTABLISHMENTS
Section 4-27-19 - Electrical systems
Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 52, December 26, 2024
(a) Each licensee shall ensure that the electrical wiring is installed and maintained in accordance with all applicable local electrical codes. In the absence of local electrical codes, the electrical wiring shall be installed and maintained by a licensed electrician. Each licensee shall ensure that all of the following requirements are met:
The storage of any item that obstructs access to any circuit box shall be prohibited.
(b) All emergency lighting shall be kept in working condition.
(c) The permanent use of extension cords in guest rooms shall be prohibited.
Individual branch circuits, including multiple-plug outlet strips that contain fuse breakers and multiple-plug outlet adapters that do not exceed the amperage for which the outlets are rated, shall be permitted.
(d) The temporary use of extension cords shall be allowed for housekeeping and maintenance purposes if the extension cords are rated for industrial use.
(e) The wattage of light bulbs shall not exceed the wattage rating of the corresponding light fixtures.
Empty light sockets shall be prohibited.