PDFWAC 110-145-1630

Are time-delay mechanisms allowed on windows and doors?

(1) The use of time-delay mechanisms on windows and doors of a group care facility (except for staffed residential homes licensed for five or fewer children) may be approved if:
(a) They meet the fire codes and approval of the WSP/FPB;
(b) There is an exterior door(s) that ensures escape in the event of an evacuation;
(c) The time-delay mechanism(s) automatically unlocks when the fire alarm goes off;
(d) The licensee has approval from the DLR licensor stating that the program is in compliance with the children's administration's behavior management guidelines; and
(e) The licensee has written approval of the DLR administrator.
[WSR 18-14-078, recodified as § 110-145-1630, filed 6/29/18, effective 7/1/18. 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, § 388-145-1630, filed 12/11/14, effective 1/11/15.]