Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 281 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SPINAL SCREENING
Section 144-281-2 - Manner in which schools conduct the screening
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
A. Screening will be carried out by qualified screening personnel.
B. The procedure for screening shall be followed according to the most current standards of practice, as outlined in the booklet entitled Spinal Screening for Maine's Schools.
C. Spinal Screening may be conducted in conjunction with routine school physicals. However, all rules and regulations applying to spinal screening must be met.
D. Students will be screened in clothing that permits an unclothed clear view of the back, waist, and upper hip areas, and shoes must be removed.
E. It is recommended that a chaperone of the same sex as the student be in attendance during the spinal screening.
F. Neither schools nor their agents may charge for the screening.
