Question: When did this all go into effect?
Answer: March 31, 2006 M.G.L. c148,s.26F1/2 - 527 CMR 31.00
Question: Do all homes need CO alarm?
A: All residential structures that contain: - Fossil Fuel burning equipment or have enclosed parking.........
Oil burners, gas appliances, wood burning, gas or propane, coal, pellets, corn-husks burning fireplaces or appliances,or have a gararge attached to the home.
Question: Which detectors can I use, there are so many out there?
A: only UL approved unit.
Question: Where do I need Carbon Monoxide detectors?
A: One in each level of each Dwelling unit including Habitable portions of basement, cellars and attics, but not including crawl spaces.
( this means) 1. One in the basement if it is finished.
2. One on each level of the home, when with in a sleeping area they must be with in ten feet of the door.
3. Mounting instructions: follow the Manufacture's instructions.
Question: If I'm a landlord what are my responsiblities?
A: At a mininum: maintain, test, repaire or replace, if nesessary every CO alarm upon renewal of any lease term for any dwelling unit or on an annual basis which ever is more frequent.
Question: If I have questions what should I do?
A: Call the station and
you should get the answers or e-mail the Fire Prevention Officer. Click
here
Question : Is there any charge to have someone show me where to place them or find out how many I may need?
A: No, just call the Fire Station anyone should be able to answer your questions or at least get you to some one who can.
More info then you'll ever need (527 CMR 31) Click here