Enforcement

4.11.3 - Enforcement (Rev. 11032; Issued: 09-30-21; Effective: 10-12-21; Implementation: 11-10-21) An essential part of enforcement is that potential violations be discovered at the earliest possible time. Every alleged violation should be identified, developed, and processed in a timely manner. Delays in developing and/or processing the violations affect the program in several ways. First, such delays may permit an unsafe medical condition to prevail if prompt corrective action is not taken. Second, delays tend to improperly de- emphasize the seriousness of the violation. Lastly, delays diminish the deterrent effect.