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What is NYC RCNY § 43.22?

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(a) All exits must have clear and legible illuminated exit signs. All exit signs and emergency lighting must be maintained in working condition.

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Effective: 1/25/2020

§ 43.22 Fire Safety.

RCNY § 43.22

(a)All exits must have clear and legible illuminated exit signs. All exit signs and emergency lighting must be maintained in working condition.

(b)Programs must have approved fire extinguishers in good working order and have them inspected as required by the Fire Department.

(c)Fire drills must be conducted monthly and logged. Such logs must be kept on-site and made available to the Department and the Fire Department upon request.

(d)Heating apparatuses must be equipped with adequate protective guards. Space heaters are prohibited.

(e)Premises must be free of electrical, chemical, mechanical and all other types of hazards.

(f)Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with audible alarms must be provided in accordance with applicable law or as required by the Department or the Fire Department and maintained in working condition. (Added City Record 12/26/2019, eff. 1/25/2020)

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