WAC 246-358-070   Electricity and lighting.  The operator must ensure that:

     (1) Electricity is supplied to all dwelling units, kitchen facilities, shower/bathroom facilities, common areas, and laundry facilities.

     (2) All electrical wiring, fixtures and electrical equipment must comply with the electrical standards of the department of labor and industries regulations, chapter 19.28 RCW, and local ordinances, and be maintained in a safe condition.

     (3) Each habitable room must have at least one ceiling-type light fixture and at least one separate floor-type or wall-type convenience outlet.

     (4) Laundry, shower/bathroom facilities, toilet rooms and rooms where people congregate have at least one ceiling-type or wall-type fixture.

     (5) General lighting and task lighting is adequate to carry on normal daily activities.

     (6) Adequate lighting is provided for safe passage for occupants to handwashing sinks and toilets.


Note: Lighting requirements may be met by natural or artificial means.




[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.114A.065 and 70.114A.110. 00-06-082, § 246-358-070, filed 3/1/00, effective 3/1/00.]