WAC 51-50-0407   Section 407 -- Group I-2.  


407.8 Locks on exit doors. Approved, listed locks without delayed egress shall be permitted in nursing homes or portions of nursing homes, provided that:

     1. The clinical needs of one or more patients require specialized security measures for their safety.

     2. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system.

     3. The doors unlock upon loss of electrical power controlling the lock or lock mechanism.

     4. The lock shall be capable of being deactivated by a signal from a switch located in an approved location.

     5. There is a system, such as a keypad and code, in place that allows visitors, staff persons and appropriate residents to exit. Instructions for exiting shall be posted within six feet of the door.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.074, 19.27.020, and chapters 70.92, 19.27, and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-091, § 51-50-0407, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-01-014, § 51-50-0407, filed 12/2/04, effective 7/1/05.]