OAR 411-060-0040
Consent for Testing

(1) A Facility must obtain consent from a Resident, or their representative, and Facility Staff prior to COVID-19 testing. The Facility shall develop a protocol to obtain consent from Residents and a separate protocol to obtain consent from Facility Staff.
(2) Prior to obtaining consent pursuant to section (1) of this section, a Facility shall provide communication to a Resident or their representative, and the Resident family as applicable, regarding upcoming testing. Where possible and feasible, the Facility shall provide this communication at least one week prior to obtaining consent from the Resident.
(3) Facilities must ensure that Associated Staffing Providers obtain consent from Associated Staff prior to COVID-19 testing. The Facility shall develop a protocol to document consent for any Associated Staff.
(4) Prior to obtaining consent pursuant to section (3) of this section, an Associated Staffing Provider shall provide communication to Associated Staff regarding upcoming testing. Where possible and feasible, the Associated Staffing Provider shall provide this communication at least one week prior to obtaining consent from the Associated Staff.

Source: Rule 411-060-0040 — Consent for Testing, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=411-060-0040.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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