Delaware Administrative Code Title 16 - Health and Safety
Here’s an updated overview of Delaware Administrative Code Title 16 – Health and Safety, which sets standards and regulations for public health, safety, food and drug control, mental health, and related domains:
📘 Structure of Title 16 – Health and Safety
According to the official Delaware Administrative Code site, Title 16 is organized into multiple parts and chapters under the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) (delcode.delaware.gov):
Part I – Local Boards of Health; Health Programs
Includes DHSS structure, early intervention programs, local health authorities, etc.
Part II – Regulatory Provisions Concerning Public Health
Covers contagious diseases, newborn screening (hearing & metabolic), child abuse, hospitals, long-term care, water & food safety, substance abuse, environmental health (mosquito control, lead paint), emergency medical services, opioid antagonist programs, and more (delcode.delaware.gov).
Part III – Vital Statistics
Governs birth, death, marriage, divorce, adoption, and cancer registry (delcode.delaware.gov).
Part IV – Food and Drugs
Sets regulations for food/drug safety, certified food protection managers, dairies, grocery initiatives, controlled substances, and more (delcode.delaware.gov).
Key Regulatory Chapters & Examples
Division of Public Health – Health Systems Protection
E.g., Chapter 4459A outlines regulations governing childhood lead poisoning prevention, including mandatory blood lead testing for children aged 12–24 months (regulations.delaware.gov).
Newborn screening programs
Multiple chapters under Part II require screening for hearing, metabolic disorders, Down syndrome, maternal mental health, etc. (delcode.delaware.gov).
Environmental and consumer health regulations
Provisions include well and sewage systems, mosquito control, lead paint safety, foodborne illness prevention, and sanitation of pools and public establishments (delcode.delaware.gov, delcode.delaware.gov).
Accessing the Full Text
You can browse the complete Title 16 online via the State’s Administrative Code portal here: “Title 16 Health and Safety – Delaware Regulations” (regulations.delaware.gov).
An authenticated PDF version is also available, updated recently (published ~4 days ago), covering in-depth statutory language, including powers of health officers, department enforcement protocols, and public health measures (delcode.delaware.gov).
🔍 How to Explore Further
If you're interested in a specific section—say, regulations on hospitals, substance abuse treatment, vital statistics, or lead poisoning—let me know! I can guide you to the exact chapter or even provide the relevant PDF excerpt.
In summary, Title 16 is Delaware’s comprehensive public-health code, covering everything from infectious disease prevention, environmental health, food and drug safety, to mental-health and emergency medical services. Whether you’re a regulator, healthcare provider, or advocate, this code is the legal foundation for health and safety policy in the state.
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