Washington Administrative Code
Title 246 - Health, Department of
FACILITY STANDARDS AND LICENSING
Chapter 246-358 - Temporary worker housing
Section 246-358-070 - Electricity and lighting

Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 246-358-070

Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024

The operator shall ensure that:

(1)Electricity is supplied to all dwelling units and common facilities, except chemical toilets.

(2) All electrical wiring, fixtures, and electrical equipment must:

(a) Comply with the electrical standards of the department of labor and industries regulations, chapter 19.28 RCW, chapter 296-46B WAC, and local ordinances; and

(b)Be maintained in a safe condition.

(3)Each habitable room must have at least:

(a)One ceiling-type light fixture; and

(b)At least one separate floor-type or wall-type convenience outlet.

(4) Laundry, toilet facilities, and bathing facilities have at least one ceiling-type or wall-type light fixture.

(5)General lighting and task lighting within all facilities is adequate to carry on normal daily activities.

(6) Adequate lighting is provided for safe passage for occupants to handwashing sinks and toilets. Lighting requirements may be met by natural or artificial means.

(7)Lighting provided for tents is compliant with WAC 246-358-077.

Statutory Authority: RCW 70.114A.065 and 70.114A.110. 00-06-082, § 246-358-070, filed 3/1/00, effective 3/1/00.

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