Section 170-297-4350. Electrical outlets, cords and power strips.

(1) The licensee must use electrical outlets that are in good working order without exposed wires or broken covers.

(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 that is plugged directly into an outlet.

(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 into an outlet or into a surge protected power strip.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW. WSR 12-23-057, § 170-297-4350, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.]

Chapter 43.215 RCW. WSR 12-23-057, § 170-297-4350, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.