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By Brenda Boston-Hudson posted 03-31-2010 08:12

  

The CMS regulation indicates that:
V260 - S:  PERSONNEL-TRAINING PROGRAM/PERIODIC AUDITS 494.40(a)
A training program that includes quality testing, the risks and hazards of improperly prepared concentrate, and bacterial issues is mandatory. Operators should be trained in the use of the equipment by the manufacturer or should be trained using materials provided by the manufacturer. The training should be specific to the functions performed (i.e., mixing, disinfection, maintenance, and repairs).Periodic audits of the operators' compliance with procedures should be performed .The user should establish an ongoing training program designed to maintain the operator's knowledge and skills. The facility must define the frequency of audits to evaluate the operators' compliance: these should include actual observation of the work: e.g., collecting samples, performing water testing. Audits should be done at least annually and more frequently if problems are identified.

 

 

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04-01-2010 11:05

Brenda,
thanks for posting this. I am not sure that our area is doing audits, tho' we have an intense water training program. I will carry this to our clinic managers and director of operations. thanks again!, louann
ps...I think I called you Barbara in my last e-mail to you re: CDN. I'm sorry!