Minnesota Administrative Rules

2911.7300 FIRE INSPECTION.

Subpart 1.

Annual inspection.

Each facility shall by policy require that a fire inspection of the facility must be conducted in accordance with the applicable fire code on an annual basis by a state fire marshal or local fire official.

Subp. 2.

Documentation.

Documentation of the inspection and any orders resulting from the inspection must be maintained and available to the DOC.

Subp. 3.

Sanction.

Failure to comply with the applicable fire code and safety requirements will result in the commissioner's denial of approval to continue facility operation.

Subp. 4.

Weekly inspection.

There shall be an applicable fire code and safety inspection of the facility at least weekly by a designated staff member.

Subp. 5.

Fire alarm requirements.

There shall be a fire alarm and automatic detection system required, as approved by the authority having jurisdiction, or a plan for addressing these or other deficiencies within a reasonable time. The authority may approve any variances, exceptions, or equivalencies.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 241.021

History:

23 SR 1834; 38 SR 523

Published Electronically:

December 20, 2013