Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 564 - CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY TREATMENT FACILITIES
Subchapter L - RESIDENTIAL PHYSICAL PLANT REQUIREMENTS
Section 564.1206 - Fire Systems

Universal Citation: 26 TX Admin Code ยง 564.1206

Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024

(a) A fire detection, alarm, and communication system required for life safety shall be installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with the facility's occupancy and capacity classifications.

(b) Electrical fire alarm systems shall be installed by agents registered with the State fire marshal's office. The facility shall maintain a copy of the fire alarm installation certificate.

(c) Quarterly fire alarm system tests shall be conducted and documented by facility staff.

(d) Alarms shall be loud enough to be heard above normal noise levels throughout the building.

(e) Fire extinguishers shall be mounted throughout the facility as required by code and approved by the fire marshal.

(1) Each laundry and walk-in mechanical room shall have at least one portable A:B:C extinguisher, and each kitchen shall have at least one B:C fire extinguisher.

(2) Each extinguisher shall have the required maintenance service tag attached.

(f) Staff shall conduct quarterly inspections of fire extinguishers for proper location, obvious physical damage, and a full charge on the gauge.

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