Maine Revised Statutes

1. Designation.  The Maine Poison Center, located at the Maine Medical Center, is the official state poison control center.

2. Services.  The Maine Poison Center shall provide clinical toxicology services through critical expertise and assistance in the diagnosis and management of poisonings.

3. Certification.  The Maine Poison Center is encouraged to achieve certification from a national association of poison control centers by May 1, 2003. The Maine Poison Center shall achieve certification from a national association of poison control centers not later than December 1, 2004.

4. Alternative funding sources.  The Maine Poison Center shall seek funding from other sources to fully support the level of services it offers.