Washington Administrative Code
Title 388 - Social and Health Services, Department of
CHILD CARE AGENCIES/LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
Chapter 388-145 - Licensing requirements for group care facilities and services
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES AND TOYS
Fire Safety and Emergency Practices
Section 388-145-1675 - What requirements must be followed for smoke detectors?
Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 388-145-1675
Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024
(1) Staffed residential homes licensed for five or fewer children must meet all of the following:
(a) Your facility must have smoke
detectors in operating condition both inside and outside of all sleeping areas.
Smoke detectors must also be installed on each story of the facility, in all
play areas, and in the basement. You must install and maintain smoke detectors
according to the manufacturer's specifications.
(b) If a smoke detector is mounted on a wall,
it must be twelve inches from the ceiling and a corner.
(c) Smoke detectors must be tested twice a
year to ensure they are in working order. You must document the date and time
of the test.
(2) All other group residential facilities must meet the regulations developed by the WSP/FPB. You must also meet all of the following:
(a) Smoke detectors must be Underwriter's
Laboratory (UL) or Factory Mutual (FM) approved and in operating condition both
inside and outside of all sleeping areas. Smoke detectors must also be
installed on each story of the facility, in all play areas, and in the
basement. You must install and maintain smoke detectors according to the
manufacturer's specifications.
(b)
Have smoke detectors with a strobe and be in compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).
(c) Test
single-station smoke detectors monthly or in a manner specified by the
manufacturer. You must maintain a written record of such testing on the
premises that indicates the date and time the test was completed.
(3) If questions arise concerning fire danger, the department may require that the local fire protection authority be consulted.
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