PDFWAC 110-145-1630
Are time-delay mechanisms allowed on windows and doors?
The use of time-delay mechanisms on windows and doors of a group care facility (except for staffed residential homes licensed for five or fewer children) may be approved if:
(1) They meet the fire codes and approval of the WSP/FPB;
(2) There is an exterior door that ensures escape in the event of an evacuation;
(3) The time-delay mechanisms automatically unlock when the fire alarm goes off;
(4) The licensee has approval from the LD licensor stating that the program is in compliance with DCYF's behavior management guidelines; and
(5) The licensee has written approval from the LD administrator.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 74.15.030. WSR 22-11-091, § 110-145-1630, filed 5/18/22, effective 6/18/22. WSR 18-14-078, recodified as § 110-145-1630, filed 6/29/18, effective 7/1/18. Statutory Authority: Chapters 13.34 and 74.13 RCW, RCW 74.15.030(2), 74.15.311(2), 74.13.032, 13.04.011, 74.13.020, 13.34.030, 74.13.031, 13.34.145, 74.15.311, 74.15.030, and 2013 c 105. WSR 15-01-069, § 388-145-1630, filed 12/11/14, effective 1/11/15.]