Pennsylvania Code (Last Updated: April 5, 2016) |
Title 55. PUBLIC WELFARE |
PART VIII. Intellectual Disability and Autism Manual |
Subpart E. Residential Agencies/Facilities/Services |
Article I. Licensing/Approval |
Chapter 6500. Family Living Homes |
Section 6500.107. Smoke detectors
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(a) A home shall have a minimum of one operable automatic smoke detector provided on each floor, including the basement and attic.
(b) Smoke detectors shall be located in common areas or hallways.
(c) Smoke detectors shall be of a type approved by the Department of Labor and Industry or listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
(d) A smoke detector shall be tested each month to determine if the detector is operative.