Code of Massachusetts Regulations
651 CMR - EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ELDER AFFAIRS
Title 651 CMR 16.00 - Home Care Worker Registry
Section 16.04 - Functions and Responsibilities of HCW Agencies

(1) Designate an employee to work with EOEA for the purpose of complying with the requirements of 651 CMR 16.00.

(2) Provide EOEA written notices to all employees subject to 651 CMR 16.00 and inform them about the Registry and their rights and obligations.

(3) Inform and provide training to HCWs regarding the exemption process set forth in 651 CMR 16.06(3), and ensure HCWs have access to the exemption process as necessary.

(4) Attest to EOEA that the HCW Agency has complied with the HCW written notice and exemption requirements established under 651 CMR 16.00.

(5) Submit all non-exempt HCW Data to EOEA in a timely manner using the file data structure identified by EOEA, and submit it to EOEA using an EOEA-approved method, such as secure email or SFTP.

(6) Attest to EOEA that the HCW Data submitted to EOEA is current and accurate.

(7) Ensure HCWs do not face adverse employment consequences as a result of their participation in the Registry or claim of exemption.

(8) Ensure HCWs do not bear any cost related to the implementation or maintenance of the Registry.

(9) Create, maintain and retain all relevant records necessary to comply with 651 CMR 16.00.