Bill > H4930

This bill aims to establish standards and requirements for "Medical Health and Fitness Facilities" (MHFFs) in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: 1. Definition of MHFFs as wellness facilities that must adhere to specific safety standards and facility requirements, such as maintaining medical safeguards, emergency response procedures, disease management programs, and a Medical Advisory Board. 2. Staffing requirements for MHFFs, including the need for a Fitness Director, Certified Pool Operator, Operations Manager, Fitness Manager on Duty, and a Medical Director who is a licensed physician overseeing the facility's medical and wellness programs. 3. Cleaning and hygiene protocols, including the use of EPA-approved disinfectants, sanitization stations, and the requirement to install air decontamination units to improve air quality. 4. Safety standards, such as member contact information, posted safety regulations, health check forms, Automated External Defibrillators, and employee training in CPR, AED use, and emergency action plans. 5. The Department of Public Health is tasked with creating an application and regulations for MHFF certification, which would be valid for 24 months if granted.

Health and Social Services

Joint Committee on Public Health (Joint)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4930