20.27.232    FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY

(1) The facility must have a written fire and life safety plan that is in accordance with the department policy on fire and life safety.

(2) All employees must be trained to this plan.

(3) The facility must have written policy, procedure and practice which:

(a) specify the facility's fire prevention regulations and practices; and

(b) provide for a comprehensive and thorough monthly inspection of the facility by a qualified fire and life safety officer.

(4) Facility specifications for the selection and purchase of facility furnishings must indicate the fire safety performance requirements of the materials selected.

(5) Facility policy must provide that the facility does not allow smoking or any tobacco products on premises.

(6) Facility policy must provide for:

(a) separate containers for combustible refuse at accessible locations throughout the facility;

(b) special containers for flammable liquids and rags used with flammable liquids, which containers are emptied and cleaned daily; and

(c) the control and use of all flammable, toxic and caustic materials.

History: 53-30-604, MCA; IMP, 53-30-604, MCA; NEW, 1999 MAR p. 2629, Eff. 9/10/99.