Ga. Code § 49-5-162

Current through 2023-2024 Legislative Session Chapter 709
Section 49-5-162 - Policies; qualified staff; proof of liability coverage
(a) The department shall require organizations to have reasonable:
(1) Written policies and procedures for admission, intake, and record keeping;
(2) Written policies regarding treatment and referrals for mental, physical, and emotional health;
(3) Written policies for reports of actual or alleged injuries at an organization's premises; and
(4) Proof of having qualified staff.
(b) The department shall require that organizations:
(1) Photograph all minors considered for admission by the organization;
(2) Have proof of liability insurance coverage sufficient to protect the clients of the organization's facility; and
(3) Provide a copy of its registration to the sheriff of the county in which the organization operates a facility, and the sheriff shall distribute such registration to all appropriate law enforcement agencies within the county.

OCGA § 49-5-162

Added by 2011 Ga. Laws 115,§ 4, eff. 7/1/2011.