Fire Alarm System (Required)
Effective May 18, 2009MGL c. 124, § 1(c), (d) and (q) MGL c. 127, § 1A MGL c. 127, § 1BMassachusetts Department of Correction
- (1) Each county correctional facility shall have a fire alarm and automatic detection system capable of alerting personnel at the control center to the presence of fire or smoke in the facility.
- (2) The system shall also include a direct and reliable means of communication with the local Fire Department.
- (3) The system, or a plan for addressing deficiencies within a reasonable time period, shall be approved by the authority having jurisdiction.