Electrical Systems

How ODHS classifies it

ODHS rates each deficiency on a four-level scale, with a scope of isolated, pattern or widespread. Level 1 is no actual harm with the potential for minimal harm; Level 2 is no actual harm with the potential for more than minimal harm; Level 3 is actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; Level 4 is immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. Level 2 is by far the most common.

Where it is cited

What the requirement says

ODHS’s requirement text as it appears on the inspection report, verbatim.

OAR 411-054-0300 (10) Electrical Systems (10) ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. (a) WIRING SYSTEMS. All wiring systems must meet the building codes in effect at the date of installation and devices shall be maintained and in good repair. (b) The use of extension cords and other special taps is not allowed. (c) LIGHTING. Each unit must have general illumination in the bath, kitchen, living space, and sleeping area. The general lighting intensity in the unit for way finding must be at least 20-foot candles measured from the floor. (A) Lighting in the unit bathroom must be at least 50-foot candles measured from the height of the hand-wash basin and three feet above the shower floor with the curtain open. (B) Task lighting at the unit food preparation or cooking area must be at least 50-foot candles measured from counter height. (C) Corridor lighting must equal a minimum of 20-foot candles measured from the floor. (D) Table height lighting in the dining room must equal a minimum of 25-foot candles without light from windows.