Section 29-2306. CERTIFICATION -- INSPECTION PROCEDURES

 

2306.1 The Department and its authorized agents, upon presentation of proper identification, shall have the authority to enter the premises of a substance abuse treatment facility or program during operating hours for the purpose of conducting announced or unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure continued compliance with certification standards.

 

2306.2 The purpose of the inspection shall be to verify information contained in the application or to ensure compliance with this chapter or other provisions of District and federal law. The authorized agent shall make every effort not to disrupt the normal operations of the facility, program, or its staff.

 

2306.3 Every substance abuse treatment facility or program shall be given prompt written notice by the Department within thirty (30) business days of all deficiencies reported as a result of an inspection or investigation.

 

2306.4 The Department shall conduct annual on-site inspections.

 

2306.5 A facility or program shall give written notice to the Department within five (5) calendar days of the loss of its private accreditation or federal approval or certification, and may be subject to an immediate on-site inspection by the Department.

 

2306.6 The Department shall hold entrance and exit conferences with the facility to provide information on the procedures and findings of its inspection.

 

2306.7 The form to be used for inspection of a substance abuse facility or program shall be designated by the Department and incorporated by reference.

 

 

source

Final Rulemaking published at 47 DCR 9341 (November 24, 2000), adopting Emergency and Proposed Rulemaking published at 47 DCR 7708, 7716 (September 22, 2000).