DCF 251.06(4)(a)(a) Each fire extinguisher on the premises of a center shall be operable at all times, inspected once a year by a qualified person and bear a label indicating its present condition and date of the last inspection. DCF 251.06(4)(b)(b) All staff members shall be instructed in and knowledgeable about the use of the fire extinguishers. DCF 251.06(4)(d)(d) Exits and exit passageways shall have a minimum clear width of 3 feet and be unobstructed by furniture or other objects. DCF 251.06(4)(e)(e) An extension cord may not be used permanently with an appliance. DCF 251.06(4)(f)(f) No more than 2 electrical appliances may be plugged into any one wall outlet. DCF 251.06(4)(j)1.1. Fire detection and prevention systems, including smoke detectors, heat or flame detectors, pull stations, and sprinkler systems shall be installed and operated in accordance with ch. SPS 316 and chs. SPS 361 to 366, the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code; applicable local ordinances; and the manufacturer’s instructions. DCF 251.06(4)(j)2.2. All fire detection and prevention systems, including smoke detectors, heat or flame detectors, pull stations, and sprinkler systems shall be maintained in operating condition and shall be immediately repaired or replaced if any unit or part of a unit is found to be inoperative. DCF 251.06 NoteNote: The licensee may use the department’s form, Safety and Emergency Response Documentation — Group Child Care Centers, to document the results of the monthly testing of fire alarms and smoke detectors. Information on how to obtain the department’s form is available on the department’s website, http://dcf.wisconsin.gov, or from any regional licensing office in Appendix A. DCF 251.06(4)(jm)1.1. A signaling device, such as a smoke, heat, or flame detector, shall be used to conduct monthly fire evacuation drills. DCF 251.06(4)(jm)2.2. The licensee shall document that the fire detection and prevention systems are monitored by a fire prevention agency or that the detectors and alarms have been tested monthly. DCF 251.06 NoteNote: The licensee may use the department’s form, DCF-F-CFS0543, Safety and Emergency Response Documentation — Group Child Care Centers, to document the results of the monthly testing of fire alarms and smoke detectors. The form is available at https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/cclicensing/ccformspubs. DCF 251.06(6)(a)(a) A safe supply of drinking water shall be available to children and staff at all times from a drinking fountain of the angle jet type or by use of a disposable or reusable cup or water bottle. Common use of drinkware is prohibited. DCF 251.06(6)(b)(b) If a center gets its water from a private well, the center shall comply with all of the following: DCF 251.06(6)(b)1.a.a. The center shall have water samples from the well tested for total coliform and Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria annually using a laboratory certified by the department of agriculture, trade and consumer protection as specified in ch. ATCP 77. The laboratory report shall be available to the department upon request. DCF 251.06(6)(b)1.b.b. If the water test results indicate the presence of total coliform or E. coli bacteria, the water system shall be appropriately disinfected or treated and retested until it is determined to be free of bacteria. An alternative source of water shall be used for drinking and preparing food or infant formula until the well is free from bacteria. DCF 251.06 NoteNote: A list of laboratories certified to test for bacteria can be found on the Department of Natural Resources website: www.dnr.wi.gov. DCF 251.06 NoteNote: Alternative sources of drinking water can include bottled water and water from a public water system that meets drinking water standards.
DCF 251.06(6)(b)2.a.a. The center shall have water samples from the well tested for nitrate annually using a laboratory certified under ch. NR 149. The laboratory report shall be available to the department upon request.