SECTION 450:70-2-1. Physical facility environment and safety  


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  • (a)   All facilities providing medication assisted opioid treatment service shall have written policies 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 and statutory requirements of federal, state, or local government.
    (2)   All OTPs shall have an annual fire and safety inspection approving continued occupancy from the State Fire Marshal, or local authorities; and shall maintain a copy of said inspection and attendant correspondence regarding the clearing of any deficiency.
    (3)   An emergency preparedness plan to provide effective utilization of resources to best meet the physical needs of patients, 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).
    (A)   This plan shall include procedures facilitating the transfer of patients in the event the OTP is unable to open.
    (B)   This plan shall be evaluated annually, and revised as needed.
    (4)   A designated Safety Officer.
    (5)   Staff training and orientation regarding the location and use of all fire extinguishers and first aid supplies and equipment and an emergency preparedness plan.
    (6)   Emergency evacuation routes and shelter areas shall be prominently posted in all areas.
    (7)   There shall be emergency power to supply lighting to pre-selected areas of the facility.
    (8)   The maintenance of facility grounds to provide a safe environment for consumers (specific to age group[s] served), staff and visitors.
    (9)   Storage of dangerous substances (toxic or flammable substances) in locked, safe areas or cabinets.
    (10)   A written plan for the protection and preservation of consumer records in the event of a disaster.
    (c)   Compliance with 450:70-2-1 may be determined by a review of:
    (1)   Facility policy and procedures,
    (2)   Fire and safety inspection reports and correspondence,
    (3)   Disaster plans,
    (4)   Any other supporting facility documentation, and
    (5)   Interviews with staff and consumers.
[Source: Added at 24 Ok Reg 2634, eff 7-12-07; Amended at 30 Ok Reg 1425, eff 7-1-13]