Technical Memoranda (TM) concerning prescribed Life Safety Code (LSC) standards for ALFs

Provider Letter 18-11  – Technical Memoranda (TM) concerning prescribed Life Safety Code (LSC) standards for ALFs to be responsible for reviewing the LSC TM and complying with the guidance provided therein. The LSC is a set of fire protection requirements designed to provide a reasonable degree of safety at Assisted Living Facilities.  It covers construction, protection, and operational features designed to provide safety from fire, smoke, and panic. According to the letter and 2.0 Policy Details & Provider Responsibilities: Providers must make the information available to all staff members responsible for ensuring compliance with LSC requirements, which may include, among other staff, maintenance, facility operations, and housekeeping personnel. The TM is effective and will be enforced starting the date it is published. An ALF must comply with the guidance provided by each TM as applicable to that facility. An ALF is not required to comply with…

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