Action | Update the Statewide Fire Prevention Code |
Stage | Final |
Comment Period | Ended on 6/29/2018 |
The section on the lockdown plan and using having a separate notification signal should remain. We do not need occupants confused as to natural of the emergency. The lockdown plan should be shared with emergency responders.
404.2.3.3. Lockdown notification. The method of notifying building occupants of a lockdown shall be included in the plan. The method of notification shall be separate and distinct from the fire alarm signal.
404.3. Maintenance. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall be reviewed or updated annually or as necessitated by changes in staff assignments, occupancy or the physical arrangement of the building.
404.4. Availability. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall be available in the workplace for reference and review by employees, and copies shall be furnished to the fire code official for review upon request.