§ 79783. Use of Outside Resources.

(a) If a correctional treatment center does not employ qualified personnel to render a specific service to be provided by the correctional treatment center, there shall be arrangements through a written agreement and/or contract with outside resources. Outside resources shall meet the standards and requirements of all applicable regulations before an agreement and/or contract may be entered into and shall continue to meet all applicable regulations during the term of the agreement and/or contract. Outside resources may include other facilities, organizations, individuals, or public or private agencies.

(b) Signed and dated copies of agreements, contracts, or written arrangements for advice, consultation, services, training or transportation, with outside resources shall be on file in the facility. Copies of these agreements and/or contracts shall be readily available for inspection and review by the Department. The agreements and/or contracts shall include, but not be limited to, a description of the services to be provided, the financial arrangements, the methods by which the services are to be provided, the conditions upon which the agreement or contract can be terminated, signatures of parties to the agreement, and effective dates for the agreement.

(c) The governing body shall be responsible and accountable for all services provided through agreements and/or contracts.

HISTORY

1. New section filed 6-10-94; operative 1-1-96 pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 1250 (Register 94, No. 23).

Note

Note: Authority cited: Sections 208(a) and 1267.10(a), Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1250(j) and 1254, Health and Safety Code.