Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0465-02-13-.01

Current through December 18, 2024

Section 0465-02-13-.01 - POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

(1) The written policies and procedures manual must include the following:

(a) Procedures for tuberculosis control and reporting of infectious and communicable diseases to the Tennessee Department of Health;

(b) Policies and procedures establishing minimum requirements in all placement providers' homes for ensuring safety to life in the event of fire. These policies and procedures minimally must ensure:

1. Fire safety features of smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and two (2) alternate means of escape from sleeping rooms in each provider's home; and

2. Training for all providers in developing and implementing evacuation procedures within each provider's home; and

(c) Policies and procedures establishing minimum requirements in all placement providers' homes regarding environmental conditions and services. The policies and procedures must address minimum standards for health and sanitation, adequate furnishings, facilities/services, and food/nutrition for meeting the needs of the person supported in providers' homes.

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0465-02-13-.01

New rules filed July 6, 2016; effective 10/4/2016.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 4-4-103, 4-5-202, 33-1-201, 33-1-302, 33-1-303, 33-1-305, 33-1-309, 33-2-301, 33-2-302, 33-2-404, 33-2-407.