Current through Vol. 24-22, December 15, 2024
Section R. 400.15318 - Emergency preparedness; evacuation plan; emergency transportationRule 318.
(1) A licensee shall have a written emergency procedure and evacuation plan to be followed in case of fire, medical, or severe weather emergencies. The evacuation plan shall be prominently posted in the home. Residents who require special assistance shall be identified in the written procedure.(2) An evacuation plan shall, at a minimum, include a floor plan that specifies the locations of evacuation routes and the exiting route to be followed in case of fire.(3) A telephone shall be available and accessible in a home. Emergency telephone numbers shall, at a minimum, include fire, police, and medical emergency services and shall be conspicuously posted immediately adjacent to telephones.(4) A licensee shall ensure that residents, all employees, volunteers under the direction of the licensee, and members of the household are familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.(5) A licensee shall practice emergency and evacuation procedures during daytime, evening, and sleeping hours at least once per quarter. A record of the practices shall be maintained and be available for department review.(6) A licensee shall assure emergency transportation through the use of a recognized available community service or vehicle that is owned by the licensee, administrator, or direct care staff on duty.Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.15318