NAC449.4075. Preparations for fires and other emergencies; reporting of fire or disaster.

     1. Each facility must have a plan in case of a fire or other emergency. The plan must be:

     (a) Understood by all employees;

     (b) Posted in a conspicuous place; and

     (c) Reviewed at least once a year.

     2. A drill for evacuation must be conducted at least once each month. Each facility shall retain a written record of the drill on file at the facility for not less than 12 months after the drill is conducted. Fire extinguishers must be inspected periodically, and training must be provided for employees of the facility in procedures to be followed in case of a fire or other emergency.

     3. A facility shall notify the Bureau of the occurrence of a fire or disaster in the facility within 24 hours after the facility becomes aware of the fire or disaster.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health, eff. 6-23-86; A by R074-04, 8-4-2004)