Western Australian Consolidated Regulations

CHILD CARE SERVICES (CHILD CARE) REGULATIONS 2006 - REG 49

49 .         Heating

        (1)         If a radiant type electrical heater is used in play or rest rooms at the place, a licensee must ensure that it is fixed in position and installed so that any part of the heating element is at least 2 130 mm above the floor and at least 300 mm below the ceiling.

        (2)         A licensee must ensure that a portable kerosene heater is not used at the place.

        (3)         A licensee must ensure that an oil‑filled, fan type or similar low surface temperature heater is not used at the place unless the appliance —

            (a)         is fitted with its own temperature safety thermostat;

            (b)         does not constitute a fire hazard; and

            (c)         is effectively shielded or guarded so that live parts cannot be probed by a child.

        (4)         A licensee must ensure that a fire or heating apparatus at the place (other than a low surface temperature heater) is effectively shielded or guarded when in use to prevent —

            (a)         direct contact by or access to any child; and

            (b)         the emission of any sparks or flame.

        Penalty: a fine of $4 000.

        [Regulation 49 amended in Gazette 8 Dec 2006 p. 5375.]