Section 400.8540. Smoke detectors; carbon monoxide detectors.  


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  • Rule 540. (1) After July 1, 2000, newly constructed centers, additions, and conversions shall at a minimum be equipped with approved single station smoke detectors covering all use areas and their means of egress. These smoke detectors shall be located and spaced according to NFPA-72.

    (2)     Centers with any fuel-fired heating systems shall have a carbon monoxide detector, listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, on all levels approved for child care and in each use area covered by a different furnace zone.

    (3)   Centers shall properly install and maintain all detectors in operable condition in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

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