Assisted living facilities are required to provide various in-service training to facility staff. Each individual in-service training requirement may vary due to differences in staff qualifications. The following list identifies the six (6) in-service training requirements pursuant to Chapter 58A-5.0191(2), F.A.C. The six in-service training requirements are intended to be provided by the ALF administrator or manager; however, the in-services may also be obtained from qualified training providers , or persons who have successfully completed the ALF Core Training Program.
1. Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and Facility Sanitation Procedures
Length: |
1 hour |
When: |
Before providing personal c are to residents |
Who: |
Staff who provide direct care to residents |
Exempt: |
Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Home Health Aides |
Note: |
Documentation of compliance with the staff training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1030, relating to blood borne pathogens, may be used to meet this requirement. |
2. Reporting Major Incidents, Adverse Incidents, and Facility Emergency Procedures
Length: |
1 hour |
When: |
Within 30 days of employment |
Who: |
Staff who provide direct care to residents |
Exempt: |
None |
Note: |
Training should include chain-of-command and staff roles relating to an emergency evacuation |
3. Resident Rights , and Reporting Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Length: |
1 hour |
When: |
Within 30 days of employment |
Who: |
Staff who provide direct care to residents |
Exempt: |
Persons who have completed the ALF Core Training Program |
4. Resident Behavior and Needs , and Assistance with the ADLs
Length: |
3 hours |
When: |
Within 30 days of employment |
Who: |
Staff who provide direct care to residents |
Exempt: |
Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Home Health Aides |
5. Safe Food Handling Practices
Length: |
1 Hour |
When: |
Within 30 days of employment |
Who: |
Staff who prepare or serve food |
Exempt: |
Persons who have completed the ALF Core Training Program |
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