La. Admin. Code tit. 48 § I-4759

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section I-4759 - General Safety Practices

A. A provider shall not maintain any firearm or chemical weapon in the office or facility.

B. A provider shall ensure that all poisonous, toxic and flammable materials are safely stored in appropriate containers labeled as to contents. Such materials shall be maintained only as necessary and shall be used in such a manner as to ensure the safety of clients, staff, and visitors.

C. A provider shall ensure that an appropriately equipped first-aid kit is available in the provider's buildings and in all vehicles used to transport clients.

D. A provider shall have access to 24-hour telephone service. The provider shall have either posted telephone numbers of emergency services, including fire department, police, medical services, poison control and ambulance, or else show evidence of an alternate means of immediate access to these services.

La. Admin. Code tit. 48, § I-4759

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of the Secretary, Division of Licensing and Certification, LR 13:246 (April 1987).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 46:2125.