Washington § 51.16.230 - Hospitals — Premiums — Rules — Reports.

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§ 51.16.230. Hospitals — Premiums — Rules — Reports.

(1) By January 1, 2007, the department shall develop rules to provide a reduced workers' compensation premium for hospitals that implement a safe patient handling program. The rules shall include any requirements for obtaining the reduced premium that must be met by hospitals.
(2) The department shall complete an evaluation of the results of the reduced premium, including changes in claim frequency and costs, and shall report to the appropriate committees of the legislature by December 1, 2010, and 2012.
[ 2006 c 165 s 4.]

Notes

Findings—2006 c 165: See note following RCW 70.41.390.

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