(1) You must
observe all state and local fire codes (WAC
212-12-005). We will determine
that reasonable fire safety standards exist in your home based on the children
placed in your home.
(2) Children
must be able to escape from every floor in your home. In most cases, this
includes a functional fire ladder available from upper stories.
(3) Windows must open to the outside and be
large enough for a rescue person to enter and exit wearing rescue gear, unless
the building or structure was previously approved by the local fire marshal or
building official with jurisdiction.
(4) You must have easy access to all rooms in
your home in case of emergency.
(5)
We may require you to have an inspection by WSP/ FPB or the local fire
authority if we have questions about fire safety, or if local ordinances or
WSP/FPB require these inspections.
(6) Your home 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 home, in all play areas,
and in the basement. You must install and maintain smoke detectors according to
manufacturer's specifications.
(7)
You must have at least one carbon monoxide detector on each level of occupancy
in the home and at least one near each sleeping area.
(8) You must have at least one approved
2A10BC-rated five pound or larger all-purpose fire extinguisher readily
available at all times. You must maintain and service fire extinguishers
according to manufacturer's specifications.
(9) Barriers are required for fireplaces,
wood stoves, and other heating systems if you are licensed for children less
than six years of age. You must not leave open-flame devices unattended or use
them incorrectly.
(10) Emergency
vehicles must be able to access your home. Your address must be clearly visible
on your home or mailbox so that emergency personnel can easily find your
home.
Notes
Wash. Admin.
Code §
110-148-1465
WSR 18-14-078,
recodified as § 110-148-1465, filed 6/29/18, effective 7/1/18
Amended by
WSR
20-03-095, Filed 1/13/2020, effective
2/1/2020
Statutory Authority:
RCW
74.15.010,
74.15.030,
74.15.040,
74.15.090, and
74.13.031. WSR 17-22-039, §
388-148-1465, filed 10/24/17,
effective 11/24/17. Statutory Authority: Chapters 13.34 and 74.13 RCW,
RCW
74.15.030(2),
74.15.311(2),
74.13.032,
13.04.011,
74.13.020,
13.34.030,
74.13.031,
13.34.145,
74.15.311,
74.15.030, and 2013 c 105. WSR
15-01-069, §
388-148-1465, filed 12/11/14,
effective 1/11/15.
