Inspection Appointment
Certificate of Compliance –Smoke detector and Carbon Monoxide Alarms ( 26F, 26F ½)
1. Please test all of your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure they operate BEFORE the inspection. Your permit/ certificate will be issued on site, pending approval of the fire inspector.
2. Smoke detectors shall be installed in the following manner : an approved smoke detector shall be installed on the ceiling of each stairway leading to the floor above , near the base of , but not within each stairway and an approved smoke detector shall be installed on the ceiling outside each separate sleeping area
3. Carbon Monoxide Alarms shall be located in each level of each dwelling unit including habitable portions of basements, cellars, and attics. They shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Carbon Monoxide alarms installed on the level of the sleeping area shall be installed in the hallway outside of the sleeping area not to exceed ten ( 10 ) feet in any direction from any bedroom door **** Combination alarms must have a simulated voice and alarm
4. A Number Must be on the House at the Time of the Inspection. Your permit/certificate cannot be issued unless the number is present , as required by M.G.L. Chapter 148 , Section 59
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