1. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

2. B. Terms Defined.

   1. (1) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of the Division of Correction or a designee.
   2. (2) “Division” means the Division of Correction.
   3. (3) “Evacuation” means to move inmates and staff from a threatened area of fire or hazard of fire.
   4. (4) “Fire plan” means the plan of evacuation, security, first aid, and firefighting for the institution.
   5. (5) “Fire safety” means a policy and procedures which ensure an institution's safety from fire hazards.
   6. (6) “Fleet safety coordinator” means a person who is the assigned representative in each motor vehicle safety activity.
   7. (7) “Institution” means a building that is occupied by inmates and staff.
   8. (8) “Motor vehicle” means a device which transports a person or property.
   9. (9) “State vehicle” means a motor vehicle titled or leased to the State.

   10. (10) “Support agency” means:

       1. (a) A utility company;
       2. (b) An emergency medical service;
       3. (c) A law enforcement agency;
       4. (d) Another Division institution;
       5. (e) Another agency which may assist an institution in case of fire; or
       6. (f) An organization, business, or firm involved by a grant or contract.

Authority: Correctional Services Article, §2-109(c), Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: May 27, 1991 (18:10 Md. R. 1117)