Section R. 330.1255 - Disaster plan and emergency proceduresRule 1255.
(1) A hospital shall have written procedures to be followed in case of fire, explosion, or other emergency, including all of the following: (a) Persons to be notified.(b) Location of alarm signals and fire extinguishers.(d) Procedures for evacuation of helpless patients.(e) Assignment of specific tasks and responsibilities to personnel on each shift.(2) Frequency of, and procedures for, fire drills and simulated disaster drills shall be included in the written policy of a hospital.(3) A hospital shall conduct a simulated drill to test the effectiveness of the disaster plan not less than 4 times a year.(4) The disaster plan and frequency of simulated drills shall be prominently posted and made available to all employees.(5) A hospital shall have written procedures by which patients can be speedily removed from restraint or seclusion in the case of emergency.(6) A hospital shall assure that personnel are trained to perform tasks assigned to them in emergency plans.Mich. Admin. Code R. 330.1255