Explanation of resident’s rights
8 Explanation of resident’s rights
The CEO must ensure that each resident in a declared place is given an explanation of the resident’s rights under this Act, the Freedom of Information Act 1992 and any other written law that applies to the declared place.
The CEO must ensure that, if a resident has an enduring guardian or a guardian —
the enduring guardian or guardian is also given an explanation of the resident’s rights; and
if the resident is not an adult, the resident’s guardian is also given a written explanation of the resident’s rights.
The CEO must ensure that one adult who the CEO is aware has a close personal relationship with a resident is also given an explanation of the resident’s rights.
The CEO must ensure that an explanation is given in a manner which is likely to be understood by the resident or other person to whom it is given.
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