Suspension in Emergencies

(1) The Department may temporarily suspend any license without a hearing if the failure of the provider to comply with any applicable regulation or standard appears to have resulted in an emergency situation that could endanger the life, safety, or health of individuals or staff within the service or support, or if it finds that such suspension is otherwise in the public interest. (2) Immediately upon such suspension, the Department shall notify the individuals served and their families and guardians, if any, and shall immediately provide or arrange for the most adequate and appropriate alternative arrangements available, or take such other action, including but not limited to using Department employees to provide the service or support, as the Department deems adequate to protect the individuals served. (3) Upon written request of the aggrieved provider to the Commissioner, a hearing shall be held promptly after the license is suspended, in accordance with the applicable requirements of M.G.L. c. 30A.