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The document outlines the procedures and responsibilities for conducting fire drills in patient care areas at Strong Memorial Hospital and other related facilities. It specifies the roles of the Fire Safety Coordinator, the frequency of drills, evaluation methods, and communication protocols during emergencies. The aim is to ensure staff readiness and compliance with safety regulations while simulating emergency conditions to enhance training effectiveness.

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Begin by reviewing the 'Purpose' section to understand the objectives of conducting fire drills in patient care areas.
Navigate to the 'Personnel Affected' section and ensure that all relevant personnel are aware of their responsibilities during drills.
In the 'Procedures' section, follow the outlined steps for conducting drills, including scheduling and notifying security.
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How often should healthcare facilities have fire drills?

Fire drills in healthcare occupancies are required to be conducted quarterly on each shift. This is commonly accomplished by facilitating a fire drill each month on a different shift.

What is the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1926.100 A?

29 CFR 1926.100(a) states: Employees working in areas where there is a possible danger of head injury from impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns, shall be protected by protective helmets.

What is the OSHA standard for fire safety?

General requirements. As fire hazards occur, there shall be no delay in providing the necessary equipment. Access to all available firefighting equipment shall be maintained at all times. All firefighting equipment, provided by the employer, shall be conspicuously located.

What are the 4 OSHA standards?

What are the 4 categories of OSHA standards? The four main categories of the OSHA standards are general industry, construction, maritime, and agriculture. Each of these categories has specific regulations designed to address the unique hazards and safety concerns associated with that industry.

What is the NFPA standard for fire drills?

For most commercial buildings, NFPA 101 recommends conducting fire drills at least once every six months. However, certain high-risk occupancies, such as hospitals, schools, and high-rise buildings, may require more frequent drills.

What is the OSHA standard for fire drills?

The fire safety training should include: An emergency evacuation plan or map. An explanation of what each employee should do during an evacuation. A list of where all the emergency exits are located. Where and how workers should exit a building during emergency evacuation drills.

Are hospital patients required to participate in fire drills?

Hospital fire drills are meant to involve staff only, without startling patients. Since the drills are unannounced, staff have the opportunity to practice calm organization and patient reassurance in addition to their fire emergency response.

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