1. (1) The abortion clinic must designate a safety officer who is responsible for the facility's safety plan.

2. (2) The abortion clinic must have a safety program which addresses the organization's environment of care and safety for all patients, staff, and others. The elements of the safety program must include:

   1. (a) a process for identifying hazards, potential threats, near misses, and other safety concerns;
   2. (b) a process for reporting known adverse incidents to proper authorities;
   3. (c) a process for reducing and avoiding medication errors; and
   4. (d) prevention of falls or physical injuries involving patients, staff, and others.
3. (3) Products that carry an expiration date, including medications, reagents, and solutions, are monitored and disposed of accordingly.
4. (4) Prior to use, appropriate education is provided to intended operators of newly acquired devices or products to be used in the care of patients.

Authorizing statute(s): 50-20-903, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 50-20-903, MCA

History: NEW, 2024 MAR p. 2242, Eff. 9/21/24.