N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.20.48

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 8.370.20.48 - STAFF FIRE AND SAFETY TRAINING

A. All staff of a facility must know the location of and be instructed in proper use of fire extinguishers and other procedures to be observed in case of fire or other emergencies. The facility should request the local fire prevention authority to give periodic instruction in fire prevention and techniques of evacuation.

B. The staff of a facility must be instructed as part of their duties to constantly strive to detect and eliminate potential safety hazards, such as loose handrails, frayed electrical cords, blocked exits or exit ways, and any other condition which could cause burns, falls, or other personal injury to the participants or staff.

C. Fire drills: The facility must conduct at least one fire drill each month.

(1) Fire drills must be held at different times of the day.

(2) The fire alarm system or detector system in the facility shall be used in the conduct of fire drills.

(3) In the conduct of fire drills, emphasis must be placed upon orderly evacuation under proper discipline rather than upon speed.

(4) A record of fire drills held must be maintained on file in the facility. Such record must show date and time of the drill, number of personnel participating in the drill, and any problem noted during the drill.

(5) The local fire department should be requested to supervise and participate in fire drills.

D. Each facility must have a fire evacuation plan conspicuously posted in the facility, and all staff must be familiar with the evacuation plan. Exception: Adult day care homes are not required to have evacuation.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.20.48

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024