Okla. Admin. Code § 310:2-31-18

Current through Vol. 42, No. 7, December 16, 2024

Section 310:2-31-18 - Protecting the whistleblower

(a) The RIO will monitor the treatment of individuals who bring allegations of misconduct or of inadequate institutional response, and those who cooperate in inquiries or investigations.

(b) The RIO will ensure that these persons will not be retaliated against in the terms and conditions of their employment or other status at the institution and will review instances of alleged retaliation for appropriate action. A grievance may be filed by the RIO for the whistleblower or the whistleblower may file for him or herself.

(c) Employees should immediately report any alleged or apparent retaliation RIO.

(d) OSDH shall protect the privacy, positions and reputations of those who report misconduct in good faith to the maximum extent possible. The whistleblower will be advised that if the matter is referred to an investigation committee and the whistleblower's testimony is required, anonymity may no longer be guaranteed.

Okla. Admin. Code § 310:2-31-18

Adopted by Oklahoma Register, Volume 36, Issue 24, September 3, 2019, eff. 9/13/2019

Amended by Oklahoma Register, Volume 38, Issue 24, September 1, 2021, eff. 9/11/2021