Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 44, November 2, 2024
Section 2610.15 - Fire protection and safety(a) The provider shall request the local fire department to inspect and approve the building for fire safety, determine the type and number of extinguishers required and where they are to be located. Fire safety inspection shall be done for initial occupancy and at least annually thereafter, or as often as indicated.(b) The telephone number of the local fire department serving the home shall be posted by the telephones.(c) The home shall have a written plan for the protection of persons within the building in the event of an internal or external disaster.(d) Fire extinguishers shall be inspected and tested in accordance with local fire department regulations. The provider, and adults assigned to provide personal care and other services to clients, shall be instructed in the operation of the various types of fire extinguishers used in the home.(e) Simulated fire drills shall be held at least quarterly. Fire drills shall be held during the day and at night. At least one fire drill shall be supervised by the local fire department. A record of each fire drill shall be maintained. The record shall include the date, the time required for evacuation, the number of people evacuated, and the number of people taking part in the drill.(f) A diagram of each floor, showing corridors, lines of travel, exit doors, location of fire extinguishers and fire doors, as applicable, shall be posted in a clearly visible position and explained to clients.(g) Proper safeguards shall be taken at all times against the fire hazards involved in smoking.(h) Exposed heating pipes, hot water pipes, or radiators, in rooms and areas used by clients, and within reach by clients, shall be covered or protected to prevent burns or injury to clients.