N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.14.61

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 8.370.14.61 - FIRE ALARMS, SMOKE DETECTORS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT

A.Fire alarm system. Facilities with four or more residents shall have a manual fire alarm system. The manual fire alarm shall be inspected and approved in writing by the fire authority with jurisdiction.

B.Smoke and heat detection. Approved smoke detectors shall be installed on each floor that when activated provides an alarm which is audible in all sleeping areas. Areas of assembly, such as the dining and living room(s) must also be provided with smoke detectors.

(1) Detectors shall be powered by the house electrical service and have battery backup.

(2) Construction of new facilities or facilities remodeling or replacing existing smoke detectors shall provide detectors in common living areas and in each sleeping room.

(3) Smoke detectors shall be installed in corridors at no more than 30 foot spacing.

(4) Heat detectors shall be installed in all kitchens and also powered by the house electrical service.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.14.61

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024