SB537: Relating to violence in health care settings; prescribing an effective date.

Legislative Summary

The Act creates new laws for workplace violence prevention in health care settings. The Act takes effect 91 days following sine die. (Flesch Readability Score: 72.6). Creates workplace violence prevention requirements for certain health care entities. Requires subject entities to compile data concerning incidents of workplace violence and submit reports to the Department of Consumer and Business Services. Requires certain health care employers and home care settings to take certain actions to protect workers against risks of violence and other safety-related risks. Requires the Oregon Health Authority to develop and administer a grant program to provide financial assistance to eligible entities for workplace violence prevention efforts. Establishes a timeline within which the authority must begin distributing funds to approved grant applicants. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.