Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.03.19 - CERTIFIED FAMILY HOMES
Section 16.03.19.160 - INVESTIGATIONS

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 16.03.19.160

Current through September 2, 2024

01. Complaints.

a. Any person who believes that staff have committed a violation of the CFH requirements may report a complaint to the Department.

b. In addition to its own investigation, the Department will also refer any complaint alleging abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult to adult protective services according to Section 39-5303, Idaho Code, for potential criminal investigation.

02. Critical Incidents. The Department will investigate or cause to be investigated any reported critical incident that indicates a possible violation of CFH requirements.

03. Investigation Method. The nature of the alleged violation will determine the method used to investigate the report. Interviews will be conducted according to Subsection 150.02.e. of these rules. Onsite investigations at the home can be unannounced and without prior notice.

04. Written Report. Within thirty (30) days following completion of an investigation, the Department will provide a written report, including findings of the investigation, to the provider and any named complainant, if applicable.

05. Public Disclosure. The Department will not publicly disclose information or findings from an investigation so as to identify the complainant except as permitted under Section 74-105(16), Idaho Code, or individual residents except in an administrative or judicial proceeding.

Effective March 28, 2023

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