Michigan Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 16, 2016) |
Department LR. Licensing and Regulatory Affairs |
Bureau of Community and Health Systems |
Chapter Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers |
Part 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR ALL CHILDREN |
Section 400.8375. Premises.
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(1) The center shall be located on land that provides good natural drainage or that is properly drained.
(2) Stairs, walkways, ramps, landings, and porches shall meet all of the following requirements:
(a) If elevated, shall have barriers to prevent falls and handrails designed and constructed for use by children.
(b) Shall be maintained in a safe condition relative to the accumulation of water, ice, or snow and shall have nonslip surfacing.
(c) Landings shall be located outside exit doors where steps or stairs are necessary and shall be at least as wide as the swing of the door.
(d) Stairway steps shall be not more than 8 inches in height, with a minimum tread depth of 9 inches.
(e) If ramps are used, then they shall have a minimum rise-to-run ratio of 1-to-12.
History: 2013 AACS.