After an allegation of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property, the facility shall take steps to prevent further incidents of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property from occurring, investigate allegations thoroughly, and take any corrective action necessary. The facility shall report its findings to the department within five working days. The department, or another agency of state government, may conduct its own investigation in addition to the facility's investigation.

Source: 21 SDR 118, effective January 2, 1995; 26 SDR 96, effective January 23, 2000; 27 SDR 59, effective December 17, 2000; transferred from § 44:04:18:28, 42 SDR 51, effective October 13, 2015.

General Authority: SDCL 34-12-29.

Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-29.