medium-high severity #13 most-cited rule statewide

Rule 414.3(l)

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Plain language

Family-day-care premises must meet NYS Building and Fire Code: accessible exits, working egress, sprinkler-system compliance.

Official rule text

Verbatim from the New York HHSC publication. Always reference the official source for legal interpretation.

Evidence types that satisfy this rule

  • Exit stairways enclosed with fire-resistant walls, doors and doorframes consistent with applicable codes
  • Established fire lanes obstructed
  • Sprinkler valves not labeled or accessible
  • Flammable items hanging from ceiling
  • Liquefied petroleum gas not stored per Reference Standard

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