No. 29706: R710-8. Day Care Rules

DAR File No.: 29706
Filed: 03/16/2007, 01:50
Received by: NL

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 53-7-204 directs the Utah Fire Prevention Board to enact rules establishing minimum standards for the prevention of fire and for the protection of life and property against fire and panic in a number of different occupancies to include day care centers.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

During the last five-year period, Rule R710-8 has been amended four times, three substantive amendments and one nonsubstantive amendment. In the last five-year period, there has not been a written comment either supporting or opposing the existing or proposed rule amendments. It has been the policy of the Utah Fire Prevention Board to attempt to notify all parties involved with or affected by a rule amendment, and receive comment from those affected during the regularly scheduled Board meetings. After receiving any comments and appropriate resolution to the concerns, the Board votes on the amendment and directs it be sent to the Division Administrative Rules for public comment. This normally prevents written comments being submitted during the 30-day public comment period due to the resolution of any concerns during the regularly scheduled Board meetings.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

R710-8 has been in effect for over 20 years. Rule R710-8 establishes a reasonable degree of fire and life safety to children and adults who are placed in the care of adults other than a parent, relative, or guardian. These minimum standards are in effect for day care facilities in either homes or commercial establishments. These standards ensure that those clients who by age or handicap are unable to care for themselves in an emergency are provided with adequate standards to ensure their safety in an emergency. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Public Safety
Fire Marshal
5272 S COLLEGE DR
MURRAY UT 84123-2611

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Brent Halladay at the above address, by phone at 801-284-6352, by FAX at 801-284-6351, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Ron L. Morris, Utah State Fire Marshal