Section R. 400.1440 - Heat-producing equipmentRule 40.
(1) Heating shall be from an approved central heating plant or factory mutual and underwriters laboratories labeled or listed permanently installed, fixed-type electrical heating, such as a recognized panel or baseboard electrical heating system.(2) A furnace, water heater, heating appliances, pipes, woodburning stoves and furnaces, and other flame- or heat-producing equipment shall be installed in a fixed and permanent manner and in accordance with a manufacturer's instructions and shall be maintained in a safe condition.(3) Where conditions indicate a need for inspection, heat-producing equipment shall be inspected by a qualified inspection service. If there are violations, a copy of the inspection report shall be submitted to the department, together with a written corrective action plan. A copy of the certificate of approval from the qualified inspection service shall be maintained in the home and available for department review.(4) Hot water pipes and steam radiators located in resident-occupied areas shall be shielded to protect against burns.(5) Portable heating devices shall not be used.(6) Heat-producing equipment located in a basement shall be separated from the remainder of the home by means of a floor separation. Standard building material shall be sufficient for the floor separation and shall include at least a 1 3/4-inch solid wood core door or equivalent which is installed in a substantially fully stopped wood or steel frame and which is so constructed to effectively stop the spread of smoke and fire. The door shall be equipped with an automatic self-closing device and positive-latching hardware.(7) This rule shall only apply to those adult foster care family homes licensed or proposed to be licensed after March 27, 1980.Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.1440