Saturday, October 3, 2015

Carbon Monoxide Detectors and the Fire Code

CO Detectors: (Oct 2015) On April 15th 2015 it became mandatory to install CO detectors in up to 6 dwelling homes that have appliances that burn fuels and produce carbon monoxide. On Oct 15th 2015 buildings that have more than 6 dwellings now have to have them installed with the following stipulations:

1: If there is a fuel burning appliance installed then a detector should be installed adjacent to the sleeping area or areas

2: If there is a floor, ceiling or wall shared with a garage then a detector should be installed adjacent to the sleeping area or areas

3: If there is a floor, ceiling or wall shared with a service room with a fuel burning appliance then a detector should be installed adjacent to the sleeping area

4: If there is a service room with a fuel burning appliance then a detector should be installed in the service room

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