Section 388-145-1675 - What requirements must be followed for smoke detectors?(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.Wash. Admin. Code § 388-145-1675
Adopted by WSR 15-01-069, Filed 12/11/2014, effective 1/11/2015Amended by WSR 17-22-039, Filed 10/24/2017, effective 11/24/2017