LAC 48:I.8765. Abuse and Neglect

A. The ABI facility shall develop, implement and comply with facility-specific written policies and procedures related to compliance with this Section, including, but not limited to policies and procedures that include provisions for: 1. protect clients from abuse/neglect and/or injury inflicted by other clients, staff or third parties; 2. ensure that the client and/or reporter of the abuse is protected from potential harassment during the investigation; 3. ensure training and maintaining staff awareness of abuse prevention, current definitions of abuse and neglect, reporting requirements and applicable laws; 4. ensure that procedures for reporting critical incidents involving abuse and neglect are followed; and 5. ensure that the director completes an investigation report within five working days.