481—58.28 (135C) Safety. The licensee of a nursing facility shall be responsible for the provision and maintenance of a safe environment for residents and personnel. (III)
	 58.28(1) Fire safety.
	  a.   	 All nursing facilities shall meet the fire safety rules and regulations as promulgated by the state fire marshal. (I, II)
	  b.   	 The size of the facility and needs of the residents shall be taken into consideration in evaluating safety precautions and practices.
	 58.28(2) Safety duties of administrator. The administrator shall have a written emergency plan to be followed in the event of fire, tornado, explosion, or other emergency. (III)
	  a.   	 The plan shall be posted. (III)
	  b.   	 In-service shall be provided to ensure that all employees are knowledgeable of the emergency plan. (III)
	 58.28(3) Resident safety.
	  a.   	 Residents shall be permitted to smoke only where proper facilities are provided. Smoking shall not be permitted in bedrooms. Smoking by residents considered to be careless shall be prohibited except when the resident is under direct supervision. (II, III)
	  b.   	 Smoking is prohibited in all rooms where oxygen is being administered or in rooms where oxygen is stored. (II, III)
	  c.   	 Whenever full or empty tanks of oxygen are being used or stored, they shall be securely supported in an upright position. (II, III)
	  d.   	 Smoking shall be permitted only in posted areas. (II, III)
	  e.   	 Each resident shall receive adequate supervision to ensure against hazard from self, others, or elements in the environment. (II, III)