Bill > H4834

This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for Medical Health and Fitness Facilities (MHFFs), requiring them to meet extensive safety, medical, staffing, and operational standards. The bill mandates that these facilities develop and maintain detailed protocols including individualized health assessments, emergency response procedures, disease prevention programs, and a Medical Advisory Board (MAB) led by a licensed medical director. Specific staffing requirements include having a Fitness Director with an exercise physiology or health science degree, a certified pool operator, an Operations Manager, and a Fitness Manager on Duty. The bill also imposes strict cleaning and hygiene protocols, requiring facilities to use EPA-approved disinfectants, provide sanitation stations, and implement advanced air purification systems using non-thermal plasma technology. Safety standards include mandatory CPR and AED training for staff, emergency action plans for various scenarios, and comprehensive health screening for new members. The Department of Public Health will oversee the certification process, reviewing applications within 150 days and issuing 24-month certificates to facilities that demonstrate compliance with public health and safety standards. This legislation aims to elevate the medical and safety standards of fitness facilities, ensuring a more professional and health-conscious environment for members.

Health and Social Services

Joint Committee on Public Health (Joint)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4834