Fire Prevention and Safety 622-05-25-35

(Revised 10/1/2019 ML #3564

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NDCC 50-11 mandates a course of instruction on fire prevention and safety, and the completion of a fire safety self-declaration form to be signed by each foster parent. The requirements are as follows and are for each foster parent:

 

Initial Licensure ~ Prospective Foster Parents Must Complete:

  1. A two-hour fire prevention and safety course available from the regional human service center; and
  2. The SFN 800, “Family Foster Home – Fire Safety Self-Declaration,” signed by each applicant.
  3. Under certain circumstances, a fire inspection by the local fire department or the state fire marshal may be required. NDAC provides for this to occur if indicated. (NDAC 75-03-14-03)

Ongoing maintenance:

The foster home must comply with the requirements of NDAC 75-03-14-03 related to checking and maintaining fire extinguishers, smoke detectors/alarms, carbon monoxide detector/alarms. In addition, gas and propane appliance and coal/wood solid fuel appliances must have an inspection every two years to prevent fire and safety hazards. Electric heating systems do not require any inspection, however special attention must be made to remove items from touching the electric heater and panels to minimize risk of fire. The foster home must provide verification of required inspections, when applicable, for the licensing file.

 

The family foster home for children shall develop a written emergency preparedness plan, maintain and post a list of emergency contact, including poison control and have first aid supplies on hand while a foster child is in placement.

 

Annual Licensure ~ Foster Parent(s) Must Complete:

  1. A one-hour training for fire prevention and safety; and
  2. The SFN 800, “Family Foster Home Fire Safety Self-Declaration,” signed by each foster parent.