I have stairs and small infants, can I use a baby gate?

Baby gates are a necessary evil. If the baby gates open with not much more difficulty than a standard door, then it will be judged to be OK. Office of the State Fire Marshal recommends using the hinged baby gates so it won’t become an obstruction by falling on the floor or becoming displaced.

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3. Is there a fee for your inspection?
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7. I have stairs and small infants, can I use a baby gate?
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