16 Del. Admin. Code § 3305-IV-14.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024

Section 3305-IV-14.0 - Safety

14.1 Fire safety in group homes shall comply with the adopted rules and regulations of the State Fire Prevention Commission. All applications for the license or renewal of a license shall include, with the application, a letter certifying compliance by the Fire Marshal having jurisdiction. Notification of non-compliance with the rules and regulations of the State Fire Prevention Commission shall be grounds for revocation of a license.

14.2 The group home shall have a minimum of two (2) doors to the outside and windows that can be opened.

14.3 The group home shall have an adequate number of UL (Underwriter's Laboratory) approved smoke detectors in working order:

14.3.1 In a single level group home, a minimum of one (1) smoke detector placed between the bedroom area and the remainder of the group home.

14.3.2 In a multistory group home, a minimum of one (1) smoke detector on each level. On levels that have bedrooms, the detector shall be placed between the bedroom area and the remainder of the group home.

14.4 There shall be two (2) five (5) pound ABC Fire Extinguishers that are readily accessible and visible in the group home. Extinguishers are to be checked annually.

14.5 The group home shall have a written posted evacuation plan with specific responsibilities of each resident and staff member identified in case of fire or emergencies. Residents and staff shall be trained in executing the evacuation plan. Sufficient staff will be present to ensure timely resident evacuation in the event of an emergency.

14.6 Evacuation drills shall be held quarterly for each shift of group home personnel. Drills shall be held on different days of the week. Drills shall be held at different times of the day, including times when residents are asleep.

14.7 The service provider shall prohibit firearms, and other dangerous weapons within the buildings or on the grounds of the group home.

14.8 Emergency telephone numbers, including telephone numbers for fire, police, physicians, psychiatrists, poison control, crisis intervention services, and ambulance shall be conspicuously posted adjacent to the telephones.

14.9 Glass shower doors shall be marked for safety.

14.10 Smoking shall be limited to designated smoking areas.

14.11 Stairways, ramps, and open-sided approaches shall have adequate lighting and handrails for safety. Non-skid surfaces shall be used when slippery surfaces present a hazard.

14.12 All stairways and hallways shall be kept free and clear of obstructions at all times.

14.13 Floors, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. Floor surfaces shall not be slippery. If rugs are used, they should be free of such hazards as curled edges, rips, and other irregularities that have a potential for tripping residents.

16 Del. Admin. Code § 3305-IV-14.0