R510-200-19. Emergency Preparedness

  (1) Emergency Preparedness Planning.

  (a) the SLTCO together with the local LTCO throughout the State shall develop a plan to assist residents of long-term care facilities in the event of an emergency. Such a plan includes:

  (i) coordinating activities and developing emergency preparedness plans relevant to the particular service areas;

  (ii) supporting the local ombudsman entity with emergency preparedness including:

  (A) information sharing;

  (B) resource sharing;

  (C) training;

  (D) participation in exercises; and

  (E) facilitation of relationships with local healthcare coalitions, public health agencies, and any other relevant agencies prior to, during, and after an emergency.

  (iii) the SLTCO shall coordinate with representatives of the LTCOP to determine capacity and the support needed to plan and prepare for emergencies.