S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-13.700.703

Current through Register Vol. 48, 12, December 27, 2024

Section 61-13.700.703 - Communicable Diseases and Animal Bites (I)

A. All cases of reportable diseases, animal bites, any occurrences such as epidemic outbreaks or poisonings, or other unusual occurrences that threaten the health and safety of clients or staff shall be reported in accordance with Regulation Regulation 61-20, Communicable Diseases.

B. The facility shall isolate any client who has a communicable disease which poses a threat to the health or safety of other clients, if ordered by the attending physician. If the attending physician determines the client cannot be managed at the facility or the physical layout prohibits isolation, the facility shall make arrangements for transfer of the client to an appropriate facility at the earliest practical time.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-13.700.703

Added by State Register Volume 40, Issue No. 05, eff. 5/27/2016.