Smoke Detectors: Possible Massachusetts Legislature Action ?

[exlurker]

The Massachusetts Legislature reportedly is taking a look at requirements for smoke detectors in fraternity and sorority houses. As I have in the in the past, I’m mentioning this just an FYI for GLOs, house corporations, and RM officers who may want to track what’s going on in Massachusetts:

From the web site of a Sudbury MA news source:

“ OTHER PUBLIC SAFETY BILLS - The Public Safety Committee's hearing also included measures to . . . mandate that all fraternity and sorority houses be equipped with hard-wired smoke detectors in common hallway areas (H 2220) . . . .”

http://www.wickedlocal.com/sudbury/n...Hill-Roll-Call

[Psi U MC Vito]

what there isn't already a requirement in Mass for smoke detectors in residences? That's unusual if true.

[Kevin]

Jeez... smoke detectors?

We have to have a sprinkler system if more than three members live in the house.

[Psi U MC Vito]

Yeah in NJ all student housing including Fraternity Houses require a sprinkler system. Doesn't matter if the house is school owned or privatly owned.

[navane]

At first I was like, "What?? What chapter *doesn't* have a smoke detector??" Then I read again and noted that this proposes the installation of hard-wired smoke detectors, which is a little more complicated than just slapping up any $5 battery-operated one from the local hardware store.

Given that Greek houses generally tend to sleep more individuals than regular homes, I support the measure to increase fire safety in Greek housing.

.....Kelly

[exlurker]

Originally Posted by navane

At first I was like, "What?? What chapter *doesn't* have a smoke detector??" Then I read again and noted that this proposes the installation of hard-wired smoke detectors, which is a little more complicated than just slapping up any $5 battery-operated one from the local hardware store.

Given that Greek houses generally tend to sleep more individuals than regular homes, I support the measure to increase fire safety in Greek housing.

.....Kelly

I agree, it's more complicated and expensive than battery-operated detectors.

[ThetaPrincess24]

Originally Posted by navane

At first I was like, "What?? What chapter *doesn't* have a smoke detector??" Then I read again and noted that this proposes the installation of hard-wired smoke detectors, which is a little more complicated than just slapping up any $5 battery-operated one from the local hardware store.

Given that Greek houses generally tend to sleep more individuals than regular homes, I support the measure to increase fire safety in Greek housing.

.....Kelly

I agree with that too! It may cost a little bit more, but the added safety is a bonus/benefit. I cant think of a reason why a Facility Corporation Board wouldnt agree to it. If the money isnt there, to me this would be a great reason to start a capital campaign to make it happen.

[VandalSquirrel]

Originally Posted by ThetaPrincess24

I agree with that too! It may cost a little bit more, but the added safety is a bonus/benefit. I cant think of a reason why a Facility Corporation Board wouldnt agree to it. If the money isnt there, to me this would be a great reason to start a capital campaign to make it happen.

There are also situations where the installation of something costly or complicated paid for itself in insurance savings in a few years. These costs are also things that parents may make a small donation for, as it is a safety item for their chlidren.

[sdeason1]

i hope people realize that hard wire runs from electricity. if there is an electrical problem, oops.
battery operated or not bad as long as the house manager makes sure are replaced.
wouldn't we all love to have sprinkler systems installed, but guess what, it is cost prohibitave in older houses. many will go broke or be out of their houses.
the problems in these economic times, i don't know if parents will donate any money for frivilous things like glos houseing. just a thought.

[SydneyK]

Originally Posted by sdeason1

i hope people realize that hard wire runs from electricity. if there is an electrical problem, oops.
battery operated or not bad as long as the house manager makes sure are replaced.
wouldn't we all love to have sprinkler systems installed, but guess what, it is cost prohibitave in older houses. many will go broke or be out of their houses.
the problems in these economic times, i don't know if parents will donate any money for frivilous things like glos houseing. just a thought.

I miss Drolefille.

[Drolefille]

Originally Posted by sdeason1

i hope people realize that hard wire runs from electricity.

Were you aware that 'hard wiring' is actually referring to electricity? It comes from the walls! OMG!

if there is an electrical problem, oops.

Yes, an electrical problem, like a fire.

battery operated or not bad as long as the house manager makes sure are replaced.

College students can totally be trusted to not remove batteries from smoke detectors. I mean it's not like there are no-smoking signs on bathrooms across the country, and flight attendants never warn you about tampering with them on a plane!

wouldn't we all love to have sprinkler systems installed, but guess what, it is cost prohibitave in older houses. many will go broke or be out of their houses.

Guess what! Major safety changes can be expensive! It's far better that people die in a fire, like a fraternity brother did in my hometown than people have to leave unsafe houses!

the problems in these economic times, i don't know if parents will donate any money for frivilous things like glos houseing. just a thought.

Yeah their children dying is totally frivilousnessity.

Originally Posted by SydneyK

I miss Drolefille.

<3

Sorry this is short on the humor, the material was subpar.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by Drolefille

Yeah their children dying is totally frivilousnessity.

Yay, Drolefille is here!! And she brings great new words!

[SydneyK]

Originally Posted by Drolefille

Sorry this is short on the humor, the material was subpar.

Welcome back! This wasn't short on humor at all!

Thanks for the clarification. I can always count on your translation skills!

[Drolefille]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

Yay, Drolefille is here!! And she brings great new words!

Originally Posted by SydneyK

Welcome back! This wasn't short on humor at all!

Thanks for the clarification. I can always count on your translation skills!

Aw I feel loved. No idea how much I'll be around, I've kept the GC link on my homepage but haven't clicked it often >.<

[ThetaPrincess24]

Originally Posted by Drolefille

Were you aware that 'hard wiring' is actually referring to electricity? It comes from the walls! OMG!

Yes, an electrical problem, like a fire.
College students can totally be trusted to not remove batteries from smoke detectors. I mean it's not like there are no-smoking signs on bathrooms across the country, and flight attendants never warn you about tampering with them on a plane!


Guess what! Major safety changes can be expensive! It's far better that people die in a fire, like a fraternity brother did in my hometown than people have to leave unsafe houses!



Yeah their children dying is totally frivilousnessity.


<3

Sorry this is short on the humor, the material was subpar.

I have missed your translations!! Welcome back!