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K-Tag K511

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Utilities – Gas and Electric

Jurisdiction: CM Agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
PSYCH_FACILITY (60%) SNF (100%)
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Facilities must ensure that gas equipment and piping comply with NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code) and that electrical wiring and equipment comply with NFPA 70 (National Electric Code). Existing installations may remain in service as long as they do not pose a hazard to life. This is a physical plant/life safety requirement applicable to the facility operator.

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K511 Utilities – Gas and Electric 
Equipment using gas or related gas piping complies with NFPA 54, National 
Fuel Gas Code, electrical wiring and equipment complies with NFPA 70, 
National Electric Code. Existing installations can continue in service 
provided no hazard to life. 
18.5.1.1, 19.5.1.1, 9.1.1, 9.1.2