Oklahoma Administrative Code
Title 310 - Oklahoma State Department of Health
Chapter 2 - Procedures of the State Department of Health
Subchapter 31 - Human Subjects Protection
Section 310:2-31-18 - Protecting the whistleblower

Universal Citation: OK Admin Code 310:2-31-18

Current through Vol. 41, No. 13, March 15, 2024

(a) The RIO will monitor the treatment of individuals who bring allegations of misconduct or of inadequate institutional response, and those who cooperate in inquiries or investigations.

(b) The RIO will ensure that these persons will not be retaliated against in the terms and conditions of their employment or other status at the institution and will review instances of alleged retaliation for appropriate action. A grievance may be filed by the RIO for the whistleblower or the whistleblower may file for him or herself.

(c) Employees should immediately report any alleged or apparent retaliation RIO.

(d) OSDH shall protect the privacy, positions and reputations of those who report misconduct in good faith to the maximum extent possible. The whistleblower will be advised that if the matter is referred to an investigation committee and the whistleblower's testimony is required, anonymity may no longer be guaranteed.

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