PDFWAC 110-305-3000

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.
[WSR 18-14-078, recodified as § 110-305-3000, filed 6/29/18, effective 7/1/18. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.215.070, chapter 43.215 RCW, 2016 c 231, and Governor Inslee's Directive 16-06. WSR 17-22-053, § 170-297-3000, filed 10/25/17, effective 11/25/17. Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW. WSR 12-23-057, § 170-297-3000, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.]