| (a) The facility shall have a designated fire safety
officer. The designation shall be in writing.
(b) The fire safety officer shall:
(1) ensure a log for fire drills is maintained;
(2) ensure fire drills are conducted as required by §343.246
of this title;
(3) ensure the posting of emergency evacuation plans
as required by the applicable fire code for the facility;
(4) implement procedures for limitations on the numbers
or amounts of books, clothing, and other combustible personal property
allowed in sleeping rooms and the proper disposal of combustible refuse;
(5) implement procedures for the use and control of
flammable, toxic, and caustic materials;
(6) implement procedures to ensure that:
(A) the facility exits are clear of obstructions;
(B) the capacity of an exit route does not decrease
in the direction of the exit; and
(C) exit doors are properly marked for evacuation in
the event of a fire or other emergency; and
(7) ensure staff members are trained on the fire safety
plan.
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