Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 44, November 2, 2024
(a)Applicability. This chapter is applicable in institutions operated by the Department, regardless of the type of facility, patient/resident composition or services provided. Facilities covered include Youth Development Centers, Youth Forestry Camps, Restoration Centers, State general hospitals and State-operated institutions for individuals with a mental illness or an intellectual disability. In those institutions serving children covered by 23 Pa.C.S. §§ 6301-6386 (relating to Child Protective Services Law) the facility shall also comply with the Departmental reporting procedures applicable to this act and the procedures of § 7084, Administrative Manual, relating to management of incidents and deaths. Nothing in this chapter may be construed to limit or affect an employee's existing appeal rights under Civil Service statutes or collective bargaining agreements.(b)Definitions. For purposes of this chapter, Department refers to the Department of Human Services of the Commonwealth.The provisions of this §14.1 amended June 17, 2016, effective 6/18/2016, 46 Pa.B. 3177.The provisions of this §14.1 amended under Articles IX and X of the Human Services Code (62 P.S. §§ 901-922 and 1001-1088); and sections 201(2) and (8) and 202 of the Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Act of 1966 (50 P.S. §§ 4201(2) and (8) and 4202).