Section 31. Staff Training

A. Training and orientation for each new employee and volunteer that provides direct care shall include a minimum of the following training prior to providing unsupervised care for residents. B. On-going training shall be provided to staff that provides direct care as needed; the training and proof of competency shall include at a minimum: (1) fire safety and evacuation training; (2) first aid and CPR; (3) safe food handling practices (for persons involved in food preparation and service), to include: (a) instructions in proper storage; (b) preparation and serving of food; (c) safety in food handling; (d) appropriate personal hygiene; and (e) infectious and communicable disease control; (4) confidentiality of records and resident’s information; (5) residents’ rights; (6) reporting requirements for abuse, neglect or exploitation in accordance with 8.370.9 NMAC; (7) smoking policy for staff, residents and visitors; (8) emergency procedures; (9) staff are familiar with each resident’s needs and services plan; C. Documentation of orientation and subsequent trainings shall be kept in the personnel records at the boarding home.