Rhode Island Safe Patient Handling Law
Is there legislation in Rhode Island for safe patient handling?
The State of Rhode Island has adopted the Safe Patient Handling Act, which regulates safe patient handling practices in hospitals and nursing homes.
The responsibility for enforcement lies with the Rhode Island Department of Health Facilities Management.
Beacon Mutual can assist healthcare facilities with the key components of the Act by helping to develop written policies on the safe movement of patients. These policies may include guidance on patient assessment, equipment use, and patient handling procedures.
In addition, Beacon can help organizations develop and maintain a safe patient handling committee and provide training and education to staff through its Caregiver Training Program.