Section 417.501 - PurposeThe purpose of this subchapter is to prescribe procedures:
(1) for effective reporting of allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation;(2) for ensuring the safety and protection of persons served involved in allegations;(3) for facilitating Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services investigations of allegations;(4) for facilitating peer review of allegations involving clinical practice;(5) for notifying appropriate licensing authorities and other individuals regarding issues relating to an allegation;(6) for contesting the Adult Protective Services (APS) review of a finding of an investigation;(7) for ensuring proper disciplinary action is taken; and(8) for training staff in identifying, reporting, and preventing abuse, neglect, and exploitation.25 Tex. Admin. Code § 417.501
The provisions of this §417.501 adopted to be effective April 23, 2003, 28 TexReg 3354