A freestanding birthing center shall have a written procedure for the transfer of patients to a nearby hospital when care beyond the capabilities of the facility is required. Procedures for emergency transfer to a hospital shall include, at minimum: Written clinical practice guidelines related to emergency transfer procedures; A mechanism for notifying the hospital of a pending emergency case; A mechanism for arranging appropriate transportation to the hospital; and Protocols for transmitting a copy of the patient’s medical record to the hospital. A freestanding birthing center shall conduct a transfer drill with staff that may be involved in patient transfers at least once a year.