SECTION 450:18-5-3. Physical facility environment and safety  


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  • (a)   All facilities providing any service to persons, groups, or the community shall have written
    policy and procedures intended to ensure the safety and protection of all persons within the facility's physical environment (property and buildings, leased or owned).
    (b)   These policies and procedures shall include, but are not limited to:
    (1)   Meeting all fire and safety regulations, code, or statutory requirements of federal, state, or local government.
    (2)   All facilities shall have an annual fire and safety inspection from the State Fire Marshal or local authorities, and shall maintain a copy of said inspection and attendant correspondence regarding any deficiency.
    (3)   An emergency preparedness plan to provide effective utilization of resources to best meet the physical needs of consumers, visitors, and staff during any disaster (including, but not limited to : fire, flood, tornado, explosion, prolonged loss of heat, light, water, and/or air conditioning). This plan shall be evaluated annually and revised as needed.
    (4)   Facilities shall have a designated Safety Officer.
    (5)   Staff training and orientation regarding the location and use of all fire extinguishers and first aid supplies and equipment.
    (6)   Emergency evacuation routes and shelter areas shall be prominently posted in all areas.
    (7)   Fire alarm systems shall have visual signals suitable for the deaf and hearing-impaired.
    (8)   There shall be emergency power to supply lighting to pre-selected areas of the facility.
    (9)   The maintenance of facility grounds to provide a safe environment for consumers (specific to age group[s] served), staff and visitors.
    (10)   Storage of dangerous substances (toxic or flammable substances) in locked, safe areas or cabinets.
    (11)   There shall be a written plan for the protection and preservation of consumer records in the event of a disaster.
    (c)   If the facility serves children or adolescents in any form of residential care, there shall be outside play and recreational space and equipment provided which:
    (1)   Is protected and free from hazards;
    (2)   Is safely accessible from indoors;
    (3)   Has supplies and equipment maintained safely; and
    (4)   Has some shade provided.
    (d)   Compliance with 450:18-5-3 may be determined by a review of facility policy and procedures , fire and safety inspection reports and correspondence , disaster plan , any other supporting facility documentation , and interviews with staff and consumers.
[Source: Added at 13 Ok Reg 2769, eff 7-1-96; Amended at 19 Ok Reg 2375, eff 7-1-02; Amended at 24 Ok Reg 2580, eff 7-12-07]