New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 371 - DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Part 2 - REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR THE MENTALLY RETARDED
Section 8.371.2.56 - STAFF AND CLIENT FIRE AND SAFETY TRAINING
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
A. All staff personnel of the facility must know the location of and be instructed in proper use of fire fighting equipment 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 instructions in the use of fire prevention and techniques of evacuation.
B. Facility staff 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 clients or staff.
C. Each new client must, upon being accepted into the facility, be given an orientation tour of the facility to include, but not be limited to, the location of the exits, fire extinguishers, and telephones, and shall be instructed in action to be taken in case of fire or other emergency.
D. Fire drills and evacuation drills: The facility must conduct at least one fire drill each month.