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Use of the Fire Safety Evaluation System (FSES), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101A, Guide on Alternative Approaches to Life Safety, 2013 Edition by Health Care Occupancies and Board and Care Occupancies

Guidance for: This memorandum to state survey agency directors provides guidance on implementation of and compliance with 2012 Life Safety Code and the 2012 Health Care Facilities Code fire safety evaluation system.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: December 16, 2016

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