Bill > S486

This bill aims to enhance safety measures in assisted living facilities by requiring 24-hour on-site coverage of at least one AED (Automated External Defibrillator) provider, who is trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED use. The bill mandates that each assisted living residence must have an AED readily available and cannot receive certification without meeting this requirement. Additionally, the legislation protects staff members trained in emergency medical assistance by prohibiting facilities from retaliating against employees who provide emergency care to residents without a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order. Facilities may request documentation of training from staff members before allowing them to render emergency assistance and can prevent untrained staff from providing such care. The bill seeks to ensure that residents have access to potentially life-saving emergency medical intervention while protecting the staff members who are qualified to provide it, ultimately improving overall safety and emergency response capabilities in assisted living facilities.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S486