Section 170-296A-4350. Electrical outlets, cords and power strips.

(1) The licensee must provide tamper-resistant outlet covers or receptacles in areas accessible to children. As used in this section "tamper-resistant receptacle" also means tamper-resistant outlets or child safety outlets that have automatic shutters which allow insertion of electrical plugs but block insertion of other objects.

(2) Interior outlets near sinks, tubs or toilets must be:

(a) Tamper-resistant ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) type; or

(b) Made inaccessible to the children.

(3) Electrical cords must be:

(a) Secured to prevent a tripping hazard;

(b) In good working order, not torn or frayed and without any exposed wire; and

(c) Plugged directly into an outlet or a surge protector.

(4) Power strips with a surge protector may be used and must be made inaccessible to the children.

(5) Extension cords may be used only for a brief or temporary purpose and must be plugged directly into an outlet or into a surge protected power strip.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.215.060, 43.215.070, and chapter 43.215 RCW. WSR 11-23-068, § 170-296A-4350, filed 11/14/11, effective 3/31/12.]

RCW 43.215.060, 43.215.070, and chapter 43.215 RCW. WSR 11-23-068, § 170-296A-4350, filed 11/14/11, effective 3/31/12.