Texas Health and Safety Code

§ 241.029 — POLICIES AND PROCEDURES RELATING TO WORKPLACE SAFETY

HS § 241.029Title 4. HEALTH FACILITIES · Part B. LICENSING OF HEALTH FACILITIES · Ch. 241. HOSPITALS · Art. B. HOSPITAL LICENSES

(a)The governing body of a hospital shall adopt policies and procedures related to the work environment for nurses to:

(1)improve workplace safety and reduce the risk of injury, occupational illness, and violence; and

(2)increase the use of ergonomic principles and ergonomically designed devices to reduce injury and fatigue.

(b)The policies and procedures adopted under Subsection (a), at a minimum, must include:

(1)evaluating new products and technology that incorporate ergonomic principles;

(2)educating nurses in the application of ergonomic practices;

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Legislative history

Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 876, Sec. 13, eff. June 20, 2003.