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Oklahoma Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 11, 2021) |
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TITLE 450. Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services |
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Chapter 24. Standards and Criteria for Comprehensive Community Addiction Recovery Centers |
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Subchapter 21. Facility Environment |
SECTION 450:24-21-1. Facility environment
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- (a) The CCARC shall obtain an annual fire and safety inspection from the State Fire Marshall or local authorities which documents approval for continued occupancy.(b) CCARC staff shall know the exact location, contents and use of first aid supply kits and firefighting equipment. First aid supplies and firefighting equipment shall be maintained in appropriately designated areas within the facility.(c) There shall be posted written plans and diagrams noting emergency evacuation routes in case of fire, and shelter locations in case of severe weather.(d) Facility grounds shall be maintained in a manner to provide a safe environment for consumers, personnel, and visitors.(e) The director of the CCARC or designee shall appointment of a safety officer.(f) The facility shall have an emergency preparedness program designed to provide for the effective utilization of available resources so that consumer care can be continued during a disaster. The emergency preparedness program is evaluated annually and is updated as needed.(g) Policies for the use and control of personal electrical equipment shall be developed and implemented.(h) There shall be an emergency power system to provide lighting throughout the facility.(i) The CCARC director shall ensure there is a written plan to cope with internal and external disasters. External disasters include, but are not limited to, tornados, explosions, and chemical spills.(j) Compliance with 450:24-21-1 shall be determined by visual observation; posted evacuation plans; a review of the CCARC's annual fire and safety inspection report; and a review of policy, procedures and other supporting documentation provided.