(A) General. All fire protection systems and equipment shall be in proper operating condition at all times.
(B) Smoke detectors. All dwelling units and rooming units shall be provided with a minimum of one single-station smoke detector in the vicinity of each sleeping area. The smoke detectors shall be installed in accordance with the Construction Codes. When activated, the smoke detector shall provide an alarm suitable to warn the occupants within the unit.
(C) Fire suppression systems. Fire suppression systems in buildings shall be in good condition and free from mechanical defects. Sprinkler heads shall be kept clean and free of corrosion and paint and shall not be bent or damaged.
(D) Fire extinguishers. All portable fire extinguishers in buildings shall be visibly accessible and maintained in an efficient and good working condition and shall be capable of performing the function for which designed and intended.
(2004 Code, § 141-35) (Ord. 70, passed 9-29-1988; Ord. 02-19, passed 11-21-2002)