La. Admin. Code tit. 48 § III-539

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

Section III-539 - Fire Control and Disaster Plan

A. Fire Control. The mental health center or clinic will maintain its premises free from fire hazards and promote a safe environment. Items to be included but not limited to are designated herein:

1. regular approval by inspectors;

2. fire prevention programs with fire control plans;

3. fire resistive buildings and/or sprinklers as required;

4. fire extinguishers;

5. rules for storage and handling of flammable agents;

6. proper storage facilities;

7. proper trash handling; and

8. provision and maintenance of adequate exits and exit ways.

B. Disaster Planning

1. Each facility shall have a written plan that specifies the agencies, organizations, and procedures for meeting potential emergencies and disasters, such as fire and natural disasters.

2. The plan shall provide for at least the following provisions:

a. the assignment of staff personnel to specific tasks and responsibilities;

b. individual instructions concerning the use of alarm systems, methods of notification of proper authorities and occupants of the building, and the proper use of special emergency equipment;

c. information and instructions relative to the methods of fire prevention and containment;

d. designation of escape routes and procedures;

e. orientation and information concerning the location of emergency equipment; and

f. other emergency measures which may be unique for specific areas of the state.

3. The written "fire control and disaster plan" and procedures shall be posted in conspicuous locations throughout the facility, and a copy shall be made available to all staff members.

4. There shall be documented information that fire drills are held at least quarterly on all shifts of the facility, at unannounced times, and under a variety of conditions in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan and procedures.

5. Shall meet minimum standards as required by the state fire marshal.

La. Admin. Code tit. 48, § III-539

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Mental Health, LR 13:246 (April 1987).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with PL 94 :63, the Community Mental Health Centers' Act of 1975 and R.S.1950, Title 28, §203.