7.2.10.7A.Temperature Control Devices

r1        (1) A water distribution system supplying hot water to any bathtub, shower or hand basin that is accessible to a patient
          or resident in a Group B, Division 2 or 3 occupancy or a resident of a group home, home for special care or residence for
          adults with developmental disabilities, or children within child care facilities shall have one or more temperature gauges
          and control devices that are
          (a) accessible only to supervisory staff, and
          (b) capable of being adjusted to ensure that the temperature of the water supplied to the fixtures does not exceed 43°C.

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