An Act relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires the maintenance of physical examination records for public safety personnel in Massachusetts. Specifically, it mandates that these records be kept and accessible to relevant authorities. The goal is to ensure the health and safety of these personnel and potentially aid in investigations or emergency situations. The bill seeks to standardize record-keeping practices within the public safety sector.
Key provisions
- Requires public safety personnel to undergo regular physical examinations.
- Mandates the retention of physical examination records.
- Specifies who has access to these records (likely law enforcement and public safety agencies).
- Establishes procedures for record keeping and retrieval.
- Addresses potential privacy concerns related to the storage and use of medical information.
- Defines ‘public safety personnel’ for the purposes of the bill.
- Requires agencies to establish protocols for record management.
- Ensures records are readily available for use in investigations or emergencies.
Who is affected
- Public Safety Personnel
- Massachusetts State Agencies
- Law Enforcement
- Emergency Responders
- Healthcare Providers
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal system for maintaining physical examination records for public safety personnel.
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