The department shall establish, by rule, standards for local health departments and networks to use in assessment, performance measurement, policy development, and assurance regarding social development to prevent health problems caused by risk factors empirically linked to: Violent criminal acts by juveniles, teen substance abuse, teen pregnancy and male parentage, teen suicide attempts, dropping out of school, child abuse or neglect, and domestic violence. The standards shall be based on the standards set forth in the public health services improvement plan as required by RCW 43.70.550.

NOTES:

Transition planReport to the legislature2011 1st sp.s. c 32: See note following RCW 70.305.005.
FindingIntentSeverabilityEffective datesContingent expiration date1994 sp.s. c 7: See notes following RCW 43.70.540.

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Terms Used In Washington Code 43.70.555

  • Assessment: means the regular collection, analysis, and sharing of information about health conditions, risks, and resources in a community. See Washington Code 43.70.010
  • Department: means the department of health;
Washington Code 43.70.010
  • Policy development: means the establishment of social norms, organizational guidelines, operational procedures, rules, ordinances, or statutes that promote health or prevent injury, illness, or death; and
  • Washington Code 43.70.010