New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 8 - RESIDENTIAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Part 3 - REGULATIONS GOVERNING RESIDENTIAL SHELTER CARE FACILITIES FOR CHILDREN
Section 7.8.3.114 - EXITS FOR COMMUNITY HOMES
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
A. Each facility and each floor of a facility must have exits as required/permitted by the National Fire Protection Association 101 (Life Safety Code) or Uniform Building Code.
B. Each facility must have at least two approved exits, remote from each other.
C. Each exit must be clearly marked with signs having letters at least six inches high whose principal strokes are at least : of an inch wide. Exit signs must be visible at all times.
D. Exits, exit paths, or means of egress must not pass through hazardous areas, storerooms, closets, bedrooms, or spaces subject to locking.
E. Sliding doors are not considered acceptable as required exits.
F. When illuminated exit signs are present, they are maintained in operable condition.
G. Exit ways must be kept free from obstructions at all times.
H. Exit doors must be at least 36" wide.
