La. Admin. Code tit. 48 § I-5401

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Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section I-5401 - General Safety Provisions

A. The CRC shall provide additional supervision when necessary to provide for the safety of all clients.

B. The CRC shall:

1. prohibit weapons of any kind on-site;

2. prohibit glass, hand sanitizer, plastic bags in client-care areas;

3. ensure that all poisonous, toxic and flammable materials are:

a. maintained in appropriate containers and labeled as to the contents;

b. securely stored in a locked cabinet or closet;

c. are used in such a manner as to ensure the safety of clients, staff and visitors; and

d. maintained only as necessary;

4. ensure that all equipment, furnishing and any other items that are in a state of disrepair are removed and inaccessible to clients until replaced or repaired; and

5. ensure that when potentially harmful materials such as cleaning solvents and/or detergents are used, training is provided to the staff and they are used by staff members only.

C. The CRC shall ensure that a first aid kit is available in the facility and in all vehicles used to transport clients.

D. The CRC shall simulate fire drills and other emergency drills at least once a quarter while maintaining client safety and security during the drills.

E. Required Inspections. The CRC shall pass all required inspections and keep a current file of reports and other documentation needed to demonstrate compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

F. The CRC shall have an on-going safety program to include:

1. continuous inspection of the facility for possible hazards;

2. continuous monitoring of safety equipment and maintenance or repair when needed;

3. investigation and documentation of all accidents or emergencies; and

4. fire control, evacuation planning and other emergency drills.

La. Admin. Code tit. 48, § I-5401

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Bureau of Health Services Financing, LR 41:123 (January 2015).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and R.S. 28:2180.14.