N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43E-11.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:43E-11.1 - Scope and purpose

(a) The provisions of this subchapter apply to general hospitals, special hospitals, county and private psychiatric hospitals and nursing homes licensed by the Department of Health and Senior Services pursuant to P.L. 1971, c. 136 (26:2H-1 et seq.).

(b) The purpose of this subchapter is to establish violence prevention programs in each of the covered health care facilities in order to protect health care workers from violence; to minimize insurance claims, lost productivity, disruptions to operations, legal expenses and property damage; to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and residents; and to retain health care professionals.