Utah Administrative Code (Current through November 1, 2019) |
R386. Health, Disease Control and Prevention, Epidemiology |
R386-703. Injury Reporting Rule |
R386-703-1. Purpose Statement
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(1) The Injury Reporting Rule is adopted under authority of Sections 26-1-30 and 26-6-3.
(2) The Injury Reporting Rule establishes an injury surveillance and reporting system for major injuries occurring in Utah. Injuries constitute a leading cause of death and disability in Utah and, therefore, pose an important risk to public health.
(3) Rule R386-703 is adopted with the intent of identifying causes of major injury which can be reduced or eliminated, thereby reducing morbidity and mortality.