What are the fire drill requirements for assisted living communities?
A. According to the State Fire Marshal, each ALC must have evacuation capability documentation that ensures at least six fire drills occur per year, based upon a bimonthly schedule, and with at least two held during inconvenient times, primarily sleeping hours. The alarm or smoke detectors must be used. While some exceptions do apply, actual evacuation is required, including the opportunity to use all required exits and means of escape. BP. It is recommended that an ALC have policies in place to address clients’ safety and well-being after evacuating the building to deal with issues such as extreme weather conditions.
