Training Requirements

The organization must document all staff training, including the date, description of training, and name of the person conducting the training. Staff must be trained on the following: (7-1-26) 01. Initial and Annual Training. Prior to working with participants and annually thereafter, staff must complete: (7-1-26) a. Safety training on natural disasters; (7-1-26) b. Abuse, neglect, and exploitation training covering definitions and reporting requirements; (3-17-22) c. Organization’s policy and procedures; (7-1-26) d. Participant's rights, advocacy resources, and confidentiality; and (3-17-22) e. Behavior intervention strategies and techniques including appropriate responses to maladaptive behaviors; (7-1-26) f. For DDA centers and Adult Residential Care Facility services, fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency evacuation plans. (7-1-26) IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 16.03.21 – DDAs, Residential Habilitation Department of Health and Welfare Agencies, & Adult Residential Care Facilities Section 404 Page 8 02. CPR and First Aid Training. Staff must be certified in CPR and first aid prior to working alone with participants and ongoing thereafter. (7-1-26) 03. Participant Specific Training. Prior to delivering services, DSPs must be trained on the specific needs of the participant including medical, or health requirements, and the use of assistive devices if applicable; (7-1-26) 04. Ongoing Training. DSPs must be trained when there are changes that impact services or supports including: (7-1-26) a. Participant’s plan of service and corresponding implementation plans, as applicable; and (3-17-22) b. Participant’s physical, medical, and behavioral status. (3-17-22) 303. – 403. (RESERVED)