Ind. Code § 12-17.2-3.5-10

Current through P.L. 171-2024

Section 12-17.2-3.5-10 - Fire safety requirements

(a) A facility where a provider operates a child care program must have two (2) exits that:

(1) do not require passage through a:

(A) garage; or

(B) storage area;

where hazardous materials are stored;

(2) are not windows;

(3) are on different sides of the facility;

(4) are not blocked; and

(5) are operable from the inside without the use of a key or any special knowledge.

(b) A provider shall:

(1) conduct monthly documented fire drills:

(A) in accordance with the rules of the fire prevention and building safety commission; and

(B) that include complete evacuation of all:

(i) children; and

(ii) adults who provide child care;

in the facility;

(2) maintain documentation of all fire drills conducted during the immediately preceding twelve (12) month period, including:

(A) the date and time of the fire drill;

(B) the name of the individual who conducted the fire drill;

(C) the weather conditions at the time of the fire drill; and

(D) the amount of time required to fully evacuate the facility; and

(3) maintain a two and one-half (2 1/2) pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher:

(A) on each floor of the facility; and

(B) in the kitchen area of the facility;

in each facility where the provider operates a child care program.

IC 12-17.2-3.5-10

As added by P.L. 247-2001, SEC.3. Amended by P.L. 131-2002, SEC.2; P.L. 18-2003, SEC.20.