MA S1632

Requires home healthcare employers to conduct safety assessments before providing services, evaluating patient psychiatric/cognitive status, history of violent behavior, substance use disorders, presence of other individuals, and weapons in the home

Mandates employers provide annual workplace violence training, cellular phones or two-way communication devices, and hand-held alarms for workers during home visits

Grants workers the right to refuse services in situations of imminent danger without loss of compensation or disciplinary action, after requesting the employer eliminate the danger

Establishes up to 7 days of paid leave per 12-month period for workers who are victims of assault or battery in the line of duty, to seek victim services, legal assistance, or court appearances

Imposes fines up to $2,000 per violation for non-compliant employers, requires incident reporting to the department and district attorney every 180 days, and prohibits retaliation against workers who file safety complaints