As published in the AORN 2006 Recommended Practices “All
perioperative departments should develop and implement a well-rehearsed
and well-thought-out fire plan”. Every team member should
know exactly what his/her responsibilities are. The fire plan should
use a team approach that designates each person's actions.
The 2006 AORN Recommended Practices contains a detailed Fire Guidance
Statement designed to assist perioperative personnel in developing
their own fire plan. The items listed are some of the duties that
may be assigned to the registered nurse in charge.
