No. 28941: R495-876. Provider Code of Conduct

 

DAR File No.: 28941
Filed: 08/22/2006, 10:45
Received by: NL

 

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 62A-1-111 provides the Department of Human Services with authority to adopt rules necessary or desirable for providing social services to the people of the state. The provider code of conduct sets out basic standards and requirements for providers of social services. This general statement of principles is necessary to provide notice to providers and the public of what citizens of the state can expect from DHS supported programs.

 

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received regarding this rule since the last notice of continuation.

 

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The administrators of the Department of Human Services believe this rule is both necessary and desirable. The Department of Human Services (DHS) adopted this rule originally to: 1) protect its clients from abuse, neglect, maltreatment and exploitation; and 2) clarify the expectation of conduct for DHS providers and their employees and volunteers who interact in any way with DHS clients, DHS staff, and the public. The original purpose remains relevant and therefore, justifies continuing the rule. There is a continuing need for a clear statement of expectations and standards upon which more detailed rules might be constructed.

 

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Human Services
Administration
120 N 200 W
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84103-1500

 

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Adam F Trupp at the above address, by phone at 801-538-4462, by FAX at 801-538-4016, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

 

Authorized by:

Lisa-Michele Church, Executive Director