N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9 § 177.15

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 43, October 23, 2024

Section 177.15 - Notification to ombudsmen of critical incidents

(a) The facility or program director shall immediately notify the office of the ombudsman of any critical incident involving a youth under his/her care.

(b) For the purpose of this Part, a critical incident shall mean:

(1) an incident which indicates that a violation of rights has occurred that could lead to disciplinary action and/or criminal prosecution;

(2) an incident in which a youth has died or sustained substantial physical injury; or

(3) an incident which could give rise to a claim against a youth.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 § 177.15