New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 20 - MENTAL HEALTH
Part 12 - LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Section 7.20.12.69 - EXITS

A. Each facility and each floor of a facility has exits as required/permitted by the national fire protection association 101 (Life Safety Code).

B. Each facility has at least two approved exits, remote from each other.

C. Each exit is clearly marked with signs having letters at least six inches high whose principal strokes are at least 3/4 of an inch wide. Exit signs are visible at all times.

D. Exits, exit paths, or means of egress do not pass through hazardous areas, storerooms, closets, bedrooms, or spaces subject to locking.

E. Sliding doors are not acceptable as a required exit.

F. When illuminated exit signs are present, they are maintained in operable condition.

G. Exit ways are kept free from obstructions at all times.

H. Exit doors are at least 36" wide.