227.223 Cooperation with Department of Corrections -- Assistance in training --

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(1)The state fire marshal shall cooperate with the Department of Corrections in the

development of fire safety regulations for jails and assist in the training of jail

inspectors employed by the Department of Corrections.

(2)Effective January 1, 1983, the Department of Corrections shall possess all authority

and responsibility for fire prevention and reduction of loss by fire in jails as defined

in KRS 441.005. Upon the request of the commissioner of the Department of

Corrections, the state fire marshal shall investigate the cause and circumstances of

fires or explosions in jails.