South Carolina S0958 regulates hospital use of hallways, corridors, and means of egress for patient beds during justified emergencies.

South Carolina S0958 amends the State Health Facility Licensure Act to allow hospitals to use hallways, corridors, and means of egress for patient beds during justified emergencies, defined as declared states of emergency, natural or manmade disasters, and other specific incidents. Hospitals must document the necessity and maintain clear pathways. The bill also mandates hospitals to develop safety protocols and report usage to the Department of Public Health.

South Carolina S0958 regulates hospital use of hallways, corridors, and means of egress for patient beds during justified emergencies.

South Carolina S0958 amends the State Health Facility Licensure Act to allow hospitals to use hallways, corridors, and means of egress for patient beds during justified emergencies, defined as declared states of emergency, natural or manmade disasters, and other specific incidents. Hospitals must document the necessity and maintain clear pathways. The bill also mandates hospitals to develop safety protocols and report usage to the Department of Public Health.