South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-84 - Standards for Licensing Community Residential Care Facilities
Sec2 61-84.1500 - FIRE PREVENTION
Section 61-84.1500.1503 - Fire Response Training (I)

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-84.1500.1503

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

A. Fire response training shall address at a minimum, the following:

1. Fire plan, including the training of staff members/volunteers;

2. Reporting a fire;

3. Use of the fire alarm system, if applicable;

4. Location and use of fire-fighting equipment;

5. Methods of fire containment;

6. Specific responsibilities, tasks, or duties of each individual.

B. A plan for the evacuation of residents, staff members, and visitors, to include evacuation routes and procedures, in case of fire or other emergencies, shall be established and posted in conspicuous public areas throughout the facility.

C. All residents capable of assisting in their evacuation shall be trained in the proper actions to take in the event of a fire, e.g., actions to take if the primary escape route is blocked.

D. Residents shall be made familiar with the fire plan and evacuation plan upon admission and a copy of the evacuation floor diagram shall be provided to each resident and/or the resident's responsible party.

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