Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 1
Subtitle 07 - HOSPITALS
Chapter 10.07.21 - Hospice Care Programs
Section 10.07.21.24 - Safety and Emergency Preparedness
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.07.21.24
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. The hospice care program shall have a safety and emergency preparedness program that includes, at a minimum:
(1) A plan for reporting, monitoring, and
following up on all accidents, injuries, and safety hazards;
(2) Education for patient and family
caregivers, employees, and volunteers in the safe use of medical
equipment;
(3) Evidence that
equipment maintenance and safety requirements have been met; and
(4) A safe and sanitary system for
identifying, handling, and disposing of special medical wastes that meets the
requirements of COMAR 10.06.06.
B. The hospice care program shall ensure that the emergency preparedness program provides appropriate continuous support and care to patients and families and other caregivers during natural or man-made disasters.
C. The hospice care program shall monitor, review, and evaluate the safety and emergency preparedness program at regularly specified intervals.
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