017.1. Risk Assessment:
- Certificants and licensees shall conduct a thorough risk assessment of the domiciliary environment to identify potential hazards, including biological risks, sharps, and contamination risks.
017.2. Client Notification:
- Certificants and licensees shall inform clients of the requirements for converting the domiciliary environment into a CSL Therapy PPE-safe space, including the need for client cooperation.
017.3. Dedicated Space:
- Certificants and licensees shall designate a specific area within the domiciliary environment for CSL Therapy treatments. This area should be separate from other living spaces and easily cleaned.
017.4. Environmental Preparation:
- Certificants and licensees shall ensure that the designated space is free of clutter and personal items, promoting cleanliness and ease of cleaning.
017.5. Cleaning and Disinfection:
- Certificants and licensees shall thoroughly clean and disinfect all surfaces in the designated space using appropriate disinfectants approved by CSL Therapy for biohazard control.
017.6. Ventilation:
- Certificants and licensees shall ensure adequate ventilation in the designated space, including the provision of fresh air through open windows or proper ventilation systems.
017.7. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Certificants and licensees shall provide clients with appropriate disposable garments to be used– even if in their personal home; providers are to wear PPE equipment, such as disposable garments and masks during treatments.
017.8. Waste Disposal:
- Certificants and licensees shall establish procedures for the safe disposal of biohazard materials, sharps, and used PPE in compliance with CSL Therapy’s guidelines.
017.9. Hygienic Practices:
- Certificants and licensees shall maintain strict hygienic practices, including hand hygiene, glove usage, and equipment disinfection during treatments.
017.10. Compliance Audits:
- CSL Therapy may conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence to these regulations and guidelines for domiciliary environment conversion.
Failure to comply with this Patient Privacy/Confidentiality & Public safety regulation may result in disciplinary actions by CSL Therapy, including but not limited to certification or licensure suspension or revocation, dismissal fines, and incarceration in accordance with CSL Therapy’s disciplinary policies and procedures.
This regulation shall be effective as of [September 18, 2023] and shall remain in effect until revised or updated by CSL Therapy.