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25 | On 12/18/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renee Campbell conducted a visit regarding the facility request for a security gate to prevent unauthorized visitors from entering the facility. The Jessica Hogan, Program Director requested advice on installing a locked entrance gate with a code to prevent visitors from entering the facility without permission. The facility suggests that during Day Program hours from 9 am to 3 pm, visitors should have to be buzzed in to enter the facility. The gate would then be locked after hours when all staff and clients have left. LPA Campbell explained that the facility would need to contact the Fire Marshall to get in writing that use of the gate as described would meet fire safety requirements to ensure the safety of staff and clients.
Once the Program Director and Executive Director have decided on the make and model to be used, and the date of the install, they will submit a request to Licensing stating what change will be made and provide verification of any permits received. The facility will then obtain an invoice from the vendor displaying the make and model, and the contact information for technical support and provide it to licensing. A sign should also be posted at the door on how to contact staff if the receptionist at the door is not available.
The Plan of Operations for the facility will also need to be updated. Once the coded gate is in place, the fire marshal will then need to conduct a final inspection. Information on how the facility will provide vendor contact information and the gate code to all associated parties will need be included in the Plan of Operation. The groups listed in the Plan of Operation to be kept informed of this change are to be included (but are not limited to) the Fire Marshall, the vendor, Licensing, VMRC and specific facility personnel. Further requirements may be needed to install the gate.
At this time, no deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was conducted with the Program Director. |