N.J. Admin. Code § 8:111-16.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 12, June 17, 2024

Section 8:111-16.1 - Emergency plans and procedures

(a) The residential substance use disorders treatment facility shall maintain written emergency plans, policies, and procedures to be followed in case of hazards that necessitate an evacuation, including internal and external disasters such as fire, natural disaster, bomb threats, or industrial or radiological accidents, ensuring that clients receive necessary services during the evacuation or other emergency.

(b) The facility shall conspicuously post throughout its premises a clear and concise written evacuation diagram that includes evacuation procedures and location of fire exits, alarm boxes and fire extinguishers.

(c) The facility shall provide training for all employees in procedures to be followed in the event of a fire, including use of fire-fighting equipment and client evacuation as part of their initial orientation and at least annually thereafter.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:111-16.1

Recodified from 10:161A-16.1 53 N.J.R. 2208(a), effective 12/20/2021