Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 926 - STATE FACILITY REQUIREMENTS TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY OF INDIVIDUALS RECEIVING SERVICES
Subchapter D - Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation at State Hospitals
Section 926.151 - Purpose

Universal Citation: 26 TX Admin Code § 926.151

Current through Reg. 50, No. 13; March 28, 2025

The purpose of this subchapter is to prescribe procedures:

(1) for effective reporting of allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation;

(2) for ensuring the safety and protection of persons served involved in allegations;

(3) for facilitating Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services investigations of allegations;

(4) for facilitating peer review of allegations involving clinical practice;

(5) for notifying appropriate licensing authorities and other individuals regarding issues relating to an allegation;

(6) for contesting the Adult Protective Services (APS) review of a finding of an investigation;

(7) for ensuring proper disciplinary action is taken; and

(8) for training staff in identifying, reporting, and preventing abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

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