Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-3000

Current through Register Vol. 25-01, January 1, 2025

Section 170-297-3000 - Fire extinguishers

(1) For any program that does not operate on public or private school premises, the licensee must have working fire extinguishers, readily available. A fire extinguisher must be:

(a) Located on each level of the licensed premises used for child care; and

(b) Mounted:

(i) Within seventy-five feet of an exit; and

(ii) Along the path of an exit.

(2) For any program that does not operate on public or private school premises, a fire extinguisher may be mounted in a closed unlocked closet. There must be:

(a) A sign on the closet door to indicate that a fire extinguisher is mounted inside; and

(b) No obstructions blocking access to the closet.

(3) The licensee of a program that does not operate on public or private school premises must have documentation on file of annual:

(a) Fire extinguisher maintenance; or

(b) Proof of purchasing new extinguishers.

Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-3000

Amended by WSR 17-22-053, Filed 10/25/2017, effective 11/25/2017

Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW. 12-23-057, § 170-297-3000, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.