Current through November 30, 2024
Section 102-74.360 - What are the specific accident and fire prevention responsibilities of occupant agencies?Each occupant agency must-
(a) Participate in at least one fire drill per year;(b) Maintain a neat and orderly facility to minimize the risk of accidental injuries and fires;(c) Keep all exits, accesses to exits and accesses to emergency equipment clear at all times;(d) Not bring hazardous, explosive or combustible materials into buildings unless authorized by appropriate agency officials and by GSA and unless protective arrangements determined necessary by GSA have been provided;(e) Use only draperies, curtains or other hanging materials that are made of non-combustible or flame-resistant fabric;(f) Use only freestanding partitions and space dividers that are limited combustible, and fabric coverings that are flame resistant;(g) Cooperate with GSA to develop and maintain fire prevention programs that provide the maximum safety for the occupants;(h) Train employees to use protective equipment and educate employees to take appropriate fire safety precautions in their work;(i) Keep facilities in the safest condition practicable, and conduct periodic inspections in accordance with Executive Order 12196 and 29 CFR part 1960 ;(j) Immediately report accidents involving personal injury or property damage, which result from building system or maintenance deficiencies, to the Federal agency building manager; and(k) Appoint a safety, health and fire protection liaison to represent the occupant agency with GSA.