It is not necessary to shut off instruments, gases, etc., nor is it necessary to interrupt patient care-related work. At actual drill location, activate fire pull station. Persons at locations other than the actual drill site should demonstrate knowledge of appropriate response. Do not activate alarms unless at actual drill site. Verify employees ability to describe specific fire response duties.
Employees are to know the duties as stated in their site specific fire plan.
Discuss preparation for evacuation and include assessing employee knowledge of site specific fire plan procedures, clearing of exit passageways, and location and availability of transport equipment. Review transfer to areas of refuge. Ensure that employees are aware of methods of transfer and correct routes to use. Participation by patients is not required but staff and simulated patients, as appropriate, should go through the process of preparing for building evacuation. The person conducting the drill will complete and sign the Fire Drill Evaluation form, and have each person participating in the drill sign the attendance roster.