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Standard 1: Assessment, Care Planning and Safety
1.1 Staffing Matches Patient Need
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): ID-SOP-001, STF-SOP-001
1.2 Every Patient Gets a Structured Assessment
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): HH-SOP-001, CLN-SOP-001
1.4 Restraint and Seclusion Use Is Governed and Minimised
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): PSF-SOP-001
1.5 Nutrition and Therapeutic Diet Needs Are Actively Managed
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): CLN-SOP-003
1.6 Pressure Injury Risk Is Assessed and Actively Prevented
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): EMG-SOP-001, CLN-SOP-004
1.7 VTE Risk Is Assessed Before Every Admission and Procedure
Standard 2: Operating Theatre and Surgical Safety
Standard 3: Medicines and Pain
3.3 Pain Is Formally Assessed and Reassessed, Not Just Asked About Once
Standard 4: Environment and Accessibility
4.7 Walking Aids and Mobility Equipment Are Available and Checked
Standard 5: Blood Bank
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Standard 6: Day Clinic and Day Surgery
6.2 Anaesthesia and Sedation Are Given by Trained Staff
6.3 Recovery Is Monitored Until Discharge Criteria Are Met
6.6 Surgical Site Infections Are Tracked
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6.8 Anaesthesia Is Delivered Safely
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6.9 The Surgical Safety Checklist Is Used
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6.10 Surgical Site Infection Is Actively Prevented
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Standard 7: Emergency Dispatch
7.3 Resources Are Dispatched Within a Set Time
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): EDP-SOP-002
7.8 Waiting Calls Are Re-Prioritised and Escalated
7.9 A Clinical Supervisor Is Available to Call Takers
7.10 The end of the provider’s responsibility is written down
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7.11 Dispatch decision rule and right to refuse
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Standard 8: Fertility Clinic
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8.10 Prices Are Disclosed Before Treatment Begins
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Standard 9: Field Hospital
9.10 Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Are Offered
9.12 Donated Medicines and Equipment Are Checked Before Use
9.13 Patients Who Report Sexual Violence Receive a Defined Clinical Response
9.14 Patients Are Triaged by Urgency
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9.15 A Mass-Casualty and Utility-Failure Plan Exists and Is Rehearsed
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9.16 The Surgical Safety Checklist Is Used
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9.17 Anaesthesia Is Delivered Safely
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9.18 Surgical Site Infection Is Actively Prevented
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9.19 Blood Is Verified Before Every Transfusion
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9.20 The transfer plan is written before departure, with a back-up plan
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9.21 Dispatch decision rule and right to refuse
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9.22 Violence Against Staff Is Prevented
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9.23 Vulnerable Patients Have Specific Protections
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Standard 10: Hospice and Palliative Care
10.2 Opioids and Controlled Medicines Are Managed Safely
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10.5 Spiritual, Cultural and Psychological Needs Are Addressed
Standard 11: Procedure Units, Endoscopy and Interventional Care
11.2 Products and Medicines Are Verified and Stored Correctly
11.5 Complications Are Managed Through a Defined Pathway
11.7 Sterile Technique and Infection Control Are Practised
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11.9 Product Recalls and Adverse Reactions Are Acted On
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): PRO-SOP-006
Standard 12: Obstetrics and Gynaecology
12.10 Deterioration After Birth Is Recognised With an Early-Warning Tool
12.13 Cervical and Breast Screening Is Offered and Followed Up
12.14 Care After Pregnancy Loss Is Provided With Support
12.15 Deteriorating Patients Are Recognised Early
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Standard 13: Mobile Clinic and Outreach
13.5 Staff Are Trained for the Setting
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Standard 14: Occupational Health
Standard 15: Optical and Hearing
15.4 Contact Lens and Hearing Aid Hygiene Is Taught
15.6 Complaints About Products Are Recorded and Acted On
Standard 16: Paediatric Care
16.1 Care Is Appropriate to Children’s Age and Size
16.7 Immunisation and Child Health Checks Are Provided
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): PED-SOP-002
16.8 Children Are Transferred Safely
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16.11 Weight Is Recorded at Each Contact Before a Dose Is Calculated
16.12 Neonatal and paediatric transfers use specialist arrangements
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Standard 17: Pharmacy
17.1 Each Prescription Is Checked Before Dispensing
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17.5 Controlled Medicines Are Recorded
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17.6 Medicines Are Stored Securely and Correctly
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17.10 Medicines Are Stored and Given Safely
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Standard 18: Physiotherapy
Standard 19: Specimen Collection Point
19.3 Sharps and Waste Are Handled Safely
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Standard 20: Sports Medicine
Standard 21: Urgent Care
21.9 Emergency Equipment and Drugs Are Ready
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Standard 22: Academic Medical Centre
22.1 Resident and Trainee Supervision With Verified, Graduated Autonomy
Standard 23: Multi-Site Governance
23.3 Clinical Policy Is Standardised Across Sites, With Any Local Variation Explicitly Justified
23.4 Credentialing and Privileging Are Centrally Verified and Consistently Recognised
Standard 24: Medical Tourism
24.4 Travel, Accommodation, and Logistics Coordination
Standard 25: Health and Migration
25.3 Language and Communication Aids — Interpreters and Cultural Mediators
Standard 26: Dialysis and Renal Replacement
26.3 Dialysis Fluid and Concentrates Are Prepared to a Documented Procedure
26.4 Dialysers Are Reprocessed Safely, Traced, and Used Only Where Permitted
Standard 27: Telemedicine
27.2 AI Systems Are Introduced in Line With WHO AI Governance Guidance
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27.3 AI Systems Are Monitored for Unintended Consequences
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27.4 Clinicians Are Consulted Before an AI System Is Introduced
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27.5 Accountability for AI-Assisted Care Is Explicitly Defined
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27.6 Providers Have Access to Ongoing Education and Peer Connection
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27.7 Clinician Wellbeing and Isolation Risk Are Monitored
27.8 Digital Infrastructure Impact Is Assessed, Not Assumed Negligible
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27.9 Hosting and Technology Procurement Considers Environmental Impact
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27.11 Staff Are Engaged in Sustainability Practice
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27.12 Sustainability Commitments Are Reviewed, Not Static
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27.13 Patient Identity Is Confirmed at Every Remote Consultation
27.17 Technical Failure During a Consultation Has a Safe Route
Standard 28: Long-Term Care
28.5 Equipment and Assistive Device Provision Matches Need
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28.6 Restraint-Free and Least-Restrictive Mobility Support
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28.7 Environmental Impact Is Assessed Across a 24-Hour Operation
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28.8 Clinical and Incontinence Waste Is Segregated and Responsibly Disposed
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28.9 Procurement Considers Environmental Impact
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28.10 Energy and Water Use Are Monitored and Reduced Where Possible
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28.11 Residents, Families, and Staff Are Engaged in Sustainability Practice
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28.12 The Facility Plans for Climate-Related Risk to Resident Safety
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28.13 Sustainability Commitments Are Reviewed, Not Static
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28.14 Digital Systems Are Evaluated Before Adoption
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28.15 Digital Care Never Disadvantages a Resident or Family Who Cannot Use It
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28.16 Technical Support Is Available for Digital Systems
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28.17 AI Systems Are Introduced in Line With WHO AI Governance Guidance
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28.18 AI Systems Are Monitored for Unintended Consequences
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28.19 Staff Are Consulted Before an AI System Is Introduced
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28.20 Accountability for AI-Assisted Care Is Explicitly Defined
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28.21 Residents and Families Are Informed When Care Involves AI
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28.22 Every Member of the Workforce Is Credentialed for Their Actual Role
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28.23 Workforce Health and Safety Is Protected, Including Manual Handling
28.25 End-of-Life and Palliative Care Is Planned With the Resident
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28.26 Advance Care Planning Is Discussed and Recorded
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28.27 Death of a Resident Is Handled With Dignity and Learning
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Standard 29: Home Care
29.3 The Client Can Request a Caregiver Replacement
29.5 Freedom From Abuse and Neglect Is Actively Verified
29.6 Background Screening Uses Verified Identity, Not Name-Based Matching Alone
29.7 Abuse Registries Are Checked in Every Country the Caregiver Has Worked
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29.8 Any Care-Worker Exclusion Registry Is Specifically Checked
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29.9 Screening Is Repeated Periodically
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29.11 A Structured Home Safety Assessment Occurs Before Care Begins
29.13 A Fall Triggers Reassessment
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29.14 The Home Environment Is Reassessed Periodically
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29.20 A Missed or Uncertain Dose Is Actively Followed Up
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29.22 A Workplace Violence Prevention Programme Exists, Adapted for the Home Setting
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29.24 Hostile Animals and Environmental Hazards Are Specifically Assessed
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29.25 Near-Misses Are Actively Reported and Used to Update Risk Assessments
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29.27 Personal Care Supervision Includes Observing the Aide Providing Care
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29.29 A Change in Client Needs Triggers Care Plan Review
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29.30 An Identified Deficiency Leads to Retraining and Re-Evaluation
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29.31 A Coverage Plan Exists for a Solo Caregiver’s Absence
29.33 New Caregiver Retention Receives Structured Attention in the First 100 Days
29.36 Care Is Adapted to a Client’s Migration and Displacement Experience
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29.37 Language Support Accounts for Persistent, Daily Interaction
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29.38 Cultural and Religious Practices in the Client’s Home Are Respected
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29.39 Caregiver Work Authorisation Is Verified Through Legal, Non-Discriminatory Practice
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29.41 Immigrant Caregivers’ Retention Advantage Is Recognised and Supported
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29.42 Legal Status Diversity Recognition for Clients
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29.43 Care Is Documented and Provided to Clients Regardless of Immigration or Legal Status
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29.44 Staff Reflective Practice and Bias Awareness Extends to How Immigrant Caregivers Are Treated
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29.45 Continuity Across a Client’s Relocation Is Actively Supported
Standard 30: Fitness and Wellness
30.2 Medical Clearance Required Before Post-Injury Programming
30.7 Pre-Participation Screening Is Completed Before Exercise
Standard 31: Dental Care
31.1 Reusable Instruments Are Sterilised by a Validated Process
31.2 Sterilisation Is Monitored and the Monitoring Is Recorded
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31.5 Dental Unit Waterlines Are Managed and Tested
31.11 Sharps and Dental Clinical Waste Are Segregated
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31.18 Consent Is Obtained Before Each Procedure
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31.21 Dental Laboratory Work Is Specified, Traceable and Disinfected
31.22 Clinicians Hold Current Licences and Competence
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Standard 32: Aesthetic and Cosmetic Procedures (non-surgical only)
32.2 Consent Reflects Realistic Outcomes and Allows Time to Reconsider
32.3 Pre-Procedure Assessment Identifies Contraindications
Standard 33: Laboratory
33.4 Internal Quality Control Run Before Results Are Released
33.6 Test Indications, Limitations and Patient Preparation Given to Users
33.7 Specimens Accepted, Logged and Rejected by Defined Criteria
33.9 STAT Specimens Prioritised and Turnaround Monitored
33.10 Chain of Custody for Forensic or Legal Specimens
33.11 Critical Values Communicated and Receipt Verified
Standard 34: Rehabilitation
34.3 Patient and Family Goal-Setting and Education
34.4 Progress Is Measured With Validated Functional Outcome Tools
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34.5 Equipment and Assistive Device Provision Matches Need
34.6 Discharge and Community Reintegration Planning
34.7 Each Patient Has a Clinical Assessment Before Treatment
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34.8 Every Discharged Patient Has an Aftercare Plan
34.9 Patients Are Given Advice to Continue at Home
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Standard 35: Critical Care
35.1 Continuous Physiological Monitoring Appropriate to Acuity
35.7 Deteriorating Patients Are Recognised Early
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35.8 Dying Patients Are Cared for With Dignity
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Standard 36: Hospital Emergency Department
36.1 Every Arrival Is Triaged Before Waiting
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36.5 Patients Who Leave Before Assessment Are Recorded and Followed Up
Standard 37: Neonatal and Paediatric Hospital Care
37.1 Medicines Are Dosed for the Child’s Weight and Age
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37.3 Families Are Informed and Present in Care
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37.4 Children Are Protected From Harm
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37.5 Newborns Are Transferred Safely to a Higher Level of Care
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Standard 38: Substance Use and Addiction Treatment
38.1 Substance Use Is Assessed With a Validated Tool
38.5 Discharge Is Planned With Links to Community Support
Standard 39: Humanitarian and Emergency Operations
39.4 A Mass-Casualty Plan Is Written and Tested
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Standard 40: Nutrition and Dietetics
40.1 Nutrition Care Is Provided by a Qualified Dietitian or Trained Clinician
40.4 Diets and Texture Are Matched to the Swallowing Assessment
Standard 41: Complementary and Traditional Medicine
41.2 Patients Are Told What Is and Is Not Supported by Evidence
41.3 Conventional Care Is Not Replaced When It Is Needed
Standard 42: Aftercare, Follow-Up and Post-Discharge Safety
42.1 The Discharge Plan Is Written and Passed On
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42.3 High-Risk Patients Are Contacted After Discharge
42.4 Patients Know When and How to Seek Urgent Help
42.6 Patients Can Complain After Leaving, and Complaints Are Answered
Standard 43: Organ and Tissue Transplant
43.4 Recipient Evaluation and Informed Consent Process
43.6 Post-Transplant Follow-Up and Outcome Tracking
Standard 44: Access, Findability and Wayfinding
44.2 The Emergency Entrance Is Clearly Marked and Open
44.4 The Route to Key Services Is Marked and Tested
Standard 45: Reception, Waiting and Health Information
45.2 Patients in Urgent Need Are Not Left Unseen
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Standard 46: Hospital Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
46.2 Hazards Are Assessed, Including Climate and Utilities
Standard 47: Sepsis, Clinical Deterioration and Venous Thromboembolism
47.3 Venous Thromboembolism Risk Is Assessed on Admission
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47.4 Patients on Anticoagulants Are Monitored and Their Reversal Is Planned
Standard 48: Falls, Pressure Injury and Safe Handover
48.1 Falls Risk Is Assessed and Acted On
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48.2 Pressure Injury Is Prevented in Patients at Risk
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48.3 Pressure Injuries Are Staged, Treated and Recorded
Standard 49: Advance Care Planning, Palliative Needs and Dignity
49.5 Staff Are Trained in Dignity and Communication
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Standard 50: Diagnostic Imaging
50.7 Resuscitation Equipment Is Ready Right Now
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Standard 51: Oncology and Cancer Care
51.1 Cytotoxic Drug Handling Follows a Verified Safe-Handling Standard
51.2 Chemotherapy Dose Is Verified by Independent Two-Person Check
51.3 Neutropenic Fever Triggers an Immediate, Time-Bound Response
51.4 Extravasation Is Recognised and Managed Immediately
51.6 Palliative Care Integrated Alongside Active Treatment
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51.7 High-Alert Medicines Have Extra Safeguards
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51.8 Patients Are Triaged by Urgency
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51.9 Sepsis Is Recognised and Treated Quickly
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51.10 Pain and Symptoms Are Assessed and Controlled
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51.11 The Patient’s Goals and Wishes Are Recorded
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Standard 52: Psychiatry and Mental Health
52.1 Suicide Risk Screening and Continuous Observation for High-Risk Patients
52.3 Restraint and Seclusion Used as Last Resort, With Strict Documentation
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52.4 Psychiatric Medication Management Follows a Defined Interaction and Monitoring Protocol
Standard 53: Allergology
53.2 Anaphylaxis Is Recognised and Treated at Once
53.3 Allergen Testing Is Quality-Controlled and Interpreted by a Clinician
53.5 Allergy Results Are Communicated and Acted On
Standard 54: Dermatology and Skin Clinics
54.1 Skin Lesions Are Examined and Suspicious Lesions Referred
54.5 Patients Leave With Written Aftercare and a Booked Follow-Up
Standard 55: Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery
55.1 Patients Are Assessed for Suitability and Realistic Expectations
55.4 The Surgical Safety Checklist and Infection Bundle Are Used
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55.5 Recovery, Discharge and Follow-Up Are Planned
Standard 56: Cardiology, Outpatient and Cardiac Procedures
56.1 Cardiac Risk Is Assessed Before Investigation or Procedure
56.2 Cardiac Procedures Follow a Defined Safety Standard
56.4 Antithrombotic Therapy Is Managed Under a Written Plan
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56.5 Cardiac Patients Leave With a Follow-Up and Risk Reduction Plan
Standard 57: Radiotherapy
57.1 The Radiotherapy Plan Is Justified and Independently Checked Before the First Treatment
57.2 Patient Identity and Treatment Site Are Verified Before Every Fraction
57.3 Treatment Equipment Is Checked by a Quality Assurance Programme
57.4 Staff and Visitors Are Protected by Shielding, Controlled Areas and Dosimetry
Standard 58: Inpatient Ward Care
58.1 Every Inpatient Has an Admission Assessment and a Daily Review
58.2 Medicines Are Reconciled and Given Safely on the Ward
58.3 Deterioration Is Recognised and Escalated Without Delay
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58.4 Falls, Pressure Injuries and Infections Are Prevented on the Ward
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58.5 Discharge Is Planned and Handed Over Safely
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Standard 59: Outpatient Medical Specialties
59.1 Specialist Referrals Are Triaged and Tracked to an Appointment
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59.2 Specialist Consultations Are Assessed, Consented and Within the Clinician Scope
59.3 Results Are Communicated and Missing Results Are Followed Up
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Standard 60: Surgical and Specialty Clinics
60.1 Surgeons Operate Only Within Their Granted Privileges
60.2 The Surgical Safety Checklist and Site Marking Are Used for Every Operation
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60.3 Anaesthesia and Sedation Are Given With Monitoring and Emergency Equipment
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60.4 Surgical Site Infection and Thrombosis Are Prevented
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60.5 Patients Recover, Are Discharged and Are Followed Up Safely
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Standard 61: Falls Prevention
61.1 Each Patient at Risk of a Fall Has an Individual Prevention Plan in Use
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61.2 The Environment and Equipment Are Checked for Falls Hazards
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61.3 Every Fall Is Reported, the Patient Is Checked and the Event Is Reviewed
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61.4 Staff Are Trained in Falls Prevention
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61.5 Falls Data Are Reviewed at Set Intervals and Used to Change Practice
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Standard 62: Penitentiary Health Services
62.1 Every Person Entering Custody Has a Health Screening and Medical Examination
62.3 Medical Confidentiality Is Protected
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62.5 Mental Health, Self-Harm, Infection and Hospital Transfer Are Managed Under Written Procedures
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Standard 63: Safe Handover
63.2 Each Handover Covers the Key Information and the Receiver Confirms It
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63.3 Deteriorating and High-Risk Patients Are Handed Over With Escalation Status
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63.4 Patients Moved Between Wards or Facilities Travel With a Written Handover
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Standard BASIS: System BASIS
Standard 2A: Governance and Safety Culture
2A.8 Patient Experience Is Measured Continuously, Not Only After Discharge
2A.9 An Ethics Consultation Process Exists
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): GOV-SOP-002
Standard 2B: Facility, Environment and Equipment
2B.6 Facility Risks Are Tracked in One Integrated Register
2B.8 Facility Signage Is Complete Throughout the Building
2B.9 Fault Prevention Is Planned, Not Only Repaired
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): FAC-SOP-002
2B.10 Endoscopy Equipment Is Safe to Use and Properly Reprocessed
Standard 2C: Sustainability
2C.1 Environmental Impact Is Reviewed at Strategic Level
2C.4 Procurement Considers Responsible Stewardship of Resources
2C.5 Energy Use Is Monitored, With a Move Toward Renewable Sources
2C.7 The Facility Plans for Environmental and Climate Resilience
Standard 2D: Digital Care and AI
2D.1 Digital Care Systems Follow an Assessment and Management Process
2D.2 Digital Care Never Disadvantages a Patient Who Cannot Use It
2D.5 AI Systems Are Monitored for Unintended Consequences
2D.6 Staff Are Consulted Before an AI System Is Introduced
2D.8 Patients Are Informed When Their Care Involves AI
Standard 2E: Workforce
2E.1 Ongoing Competency Is Regularly Evaluated
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): WRK-SOP-001
2E.3 Workforce Health and Safety Is Protected
Standard operating procedures (SOPs): WRK-SOP-002, WRK-SOP-003, WRK-SOP-004
2E.4 Workplace Issues Raised by Staff Are Investigated and Resolved
2E.5 Staff Are Protected From Violence and Aggression
2E.7 Sick Leave and Attrition Data Inform Organisational Learning
2E.8 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Across the Workforce Are Monitored
2E.10 Staff Can Raise Concerns Through a Route That Protects Them
Standard S1: Hospital
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S1.1 Patients Are Triaged by Urgency
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S1.2 Deteriorating Patients Are Recognised Early
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S1.3 Sepsis Is Recognised and Treated Quickly
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S1.4 Handoffs Are Structured and Verbal
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S1.5 Medicines Are Stored Securely and Correctly
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S1.6 High-Alert Medicines Have Extra Safeguards
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S1.7 Medicines Are Reconciled at Admission, Transfer and Discharge
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S1.8 Blood Is Verified Before Every Transfusion
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S1.9 Critical Laboratory Results Are Acted On
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S1.10 Every Discharged Patient Has an Aftercare Plan
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S1.11 Patients at Higher Risk Are Checked On After Discharge
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S1.12 A Mass-Casualty and Utility-Failure Plan Exists and Is Rehearsed
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S1.13 Violence Against Staff Is Prevented
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S1.14 Internal Emergency Alerts Are Clear and Consistent
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S1.15 Pharmacy Dispenses Safely and Accountably
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S1.16 Vulnerable Patients Have Specific Protections
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S1.17 Patient Areas Are Safe From Falls in the Environment
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S1.18 Healthcare-Associated Infections Are Tracked
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S1.19 Patients Can Find the Hospital and Its Services Before Arriving
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S1.20 Prices Are Disclosed Before Treatment Begins
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S1.21 Resuscitation Equipment Is Ready Right Now
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S1.22 Medicine Safety Does Not Depend on Software Alone
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Standard S2: Ambulatory clinic
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S2.1 Patients Can Find the Clinic and Its Services Before Arriving
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S2.2 Prices Are Disclosed Before Treatment Begins
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S2.3 Emergency Equipment and Drugs Are Ready
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S2.4 Medicines Are Stored and Given Safely
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S2.5 Healthcare-Associated Infections Are Tracked
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Standard S3: Primary care practice
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S3.1 Patients Can Register and Have a Named Clinician
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S3.2 First-Contact Care Covers Common Conditions
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S3.3 Continuity of Care Is Maintained
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S3.4 Referrals to Specialist and Hospital Care Are Timely
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S3.5 Chronic Conditions Are Managed on a Plan
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S3.6 The Practice Uses Its Population Data
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S3.7 Screening Programmes Are Offered and Followed Up
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S3.8 Patients Can Find the Practice and Its Services Before Arriving
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S3.9 Prices Are Disclosed Before Treatment Begins
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S3.10 Emergency Equipment and Drugs Are Ready
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S3.11 Medicines Are Stored and Given Safely
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Standard S4: Long-term care
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S4.1 Falls, Pressure Injury and Nutrition Are Assessed
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S4.2 Patients Can Find the Provider and Its Services Before Arriving
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S4.3 Prices Are Disclosed Before Treatment Begins
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S4.4 Medicines Are Reconciled at Admission, Transfer and Discharge
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S4.5 Emergency Equipment and Drugs Are Ready
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Standard S5: Ambulance and patient transport
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S5.1 Fleet register
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S5.2 Partner operators are bound by written agreements
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S5.3 Dispatch records for every transfer
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S5.4 Receiving hospitals and emergency services agree the handover
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S5.5 Costs and who pays stated before transfer
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Standard S6: Patient transfers and referrals
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S6.1 Each segment has a named accountable party
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S6.2 The end of the provider’s responsibility is written down
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S6.3 The receiving facility or service accepts the patient before departure
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S6.4 The transfer plan is written before departure, with a back-up plan
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S6.5 Pre-transport clinical assessment completed
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S6.6 Transfer level matches patient need
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S6.7 Critically ill patients transported with matched staff and equipment
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S6.8 Neonatal and paediatric transfers use specialist arrangements
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S6.9 Air transport is planned, authorised and controlled
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S6.10 Patient consent obtained and documented
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S6.11 Crew scope of practice matches transfer acuity
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S6.12 Minimum crew complement written and applied
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S6.13 Escort doctor qualified and credentialed for the transfer type
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S6.14 Escort continuity to the handover point
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S6.15 Certification current before each shift
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S6.16 Driver training specific to patient transport
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S6.17 Fatigue management for long-distance transfers
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S6.18 Vehicle maintenance current and documented
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S6.19 Medical equipment checked and calibrated
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S6.20 Medication storage meets requirements
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S6.21 Vehicle safety equipment present and functional
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S6.22 Aircraft and cabin equipment suitable for the patient
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S6.23 Commercial flight: seats, equipment and airline acceptance arranged in advance
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S6.24 Airport and ground segments are part of the same plan
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S6.25 Continuous monitoring appropriate to acuity
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S6.26 Deterioration recognition and response
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S6.27 Cardiac arrest and life-threatening event protocol
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S6.28 Diversion to the nearest appropriate facility
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S6.29 Breakdown or accident contingency
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S6.30 Mass casualty and surge plan
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S6.31 Real-time status communication to dispatch
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S6.32 Structured handover at pickup
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S6.33 Structured handover at destination and at every segment change
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S6.34 Written documentation travels with the patient
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S6.35 Cross-border records and data transfer
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S6.36 Vehicle cleaned and disinfected between patients
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S6.37 Personal protective equipment available and used
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S6.38 Isolation and transmission-risk protocol
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S6.39 Sharps and biohazard waste disposal
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S6.40 Crew exposure incident response
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S6.41 Language-appropriate communication with the patient
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S6.42 Escort clinicians recognised in the receiving country
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S6.43 Import of medicines and equipment across borders
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S6.44 Insurance and liability for the chain
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S6.45 Post-incident debrief
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S6.46 Dispatch decision rule and right to refuse
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The Basis and Standard 64
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The Basis: core patient safety (B1)
B1.1 Patient Identified at Every Point of Contact
B1.2 Hand Hygiene at the Point of Care
B1.3 Informed Consent Before Significant Care
B1.4 Falls Are Assessed and Prevented
B1.5 Non-Discrimination in Access to Care
B1.6 Emergency Access and Fire Safety
B1.7 Patients Know Their Rights
B1.8 Staff Are Qualified, Verified and Current
B1.9 Medicines Are Prescribed, Stored and Given Safely
B1.10 Sharps and Clinical Waste Are Handled Safely
B1.11 Records Are Complete and Private, and Incidents and Complaints Are Acted On
INC-POL-001, INC-POL-002, REC-POL-001, REC-FRM-001, REC-FRM-002
B1.12 Patients Learn, Decide and Shape the Service
B1.13 Service Scope Is Declared
B1.14 Children and Adults Are Protected From Abuse and Neglect
B1.15 Infection Is Prevented Through a Written Programme
B1.16 Care Is Handed Over Safely Between Clinicians
The Basis: governance and accountability (B2)
B2.1 A Named Person Is Accountable for the Service
B2.2 The Service Has a Written Operating Plan and Policies
B2.3 Policies Are Followed in Practice
B2.6 Serious Incidents Are Investigated
B2.7 Patients Are Asked for Feedback at Least Once a Year
B2.8 The Board Is Accountable
B2.9 There Is a Written Strategic Plan
B2.10 Safety Culture Is Measured
B2.11 Patient Experience Is Measured Continuously, Not Only After Discharge
B2.12 An Ethics Consultation Process Exists
B2.13 Patients and Families Have a Voice in Governance
B2.14 Patients Are Told Openly When Harm Happens
B2.15 Digital Care Systems Follow an Assessment and Management Process
B2.16 Digital Care Never Disadvantages a Patient Who Cannot Use It
B2.17 Patients Are Informed When Their Care Involves AI
B2.18 AI Systems Are Governed, Monitored and Introduced With Staff Involvement
AI-POL-001, AI-FRM-001, AI-SOP-001, AI-REG-001, AI-SOP-002, AI-FRM-002, AI-POL-002
The Basis: facility and environment (B3)
B3.1 Reception Desk Accessibility
B3.2 Waiting and Queue Time Is Actively Managed
B3.3 Water Supply Is Safe and Monitored
B3.4 Medical Equipment Is Maintained on Schedule
B3.5 Shared Spaces Are Clean
B3.6 Facility Risks Are Tracked in One Integrated Register
B3.8 Facility Signage Is Complete Throughout the Building
B3.9 Fault Prevention Is Planned, Not Only Repaired
B3.10 Endoscopy Equipment Is Safe to Use and Properly Reprocessed
The Basis: workforce (B4)
B4.1 Ongoing Competency Is Regularly Evaluated
B4.2 Staff Have Access to Ongoing Education and Skill Development
B4.3 Workforce Health and Safety Is Protected
B4.4 Workplace Issues Raised by Staff Are Investigated and Resolved
B4.5 Staff Are Protected From Violence and Aggression
B4.6 Workforce Feedback Is Gathered and Acted On
B4.7 Sick Leave and Attrition Data Inform Organisational Learning
B4.8 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Across the Workforce Are Monitored
B4.9 Working Hours and Rest Are Safe
B4.10 Staff Can Raise Concerns Through a Route That Protects Them
Standard 64: Environmental Sustainability and Climate Resilience
64.1 An Environmental Sustainability Programme Is Active
64.2 Environmental Impact Is Reviewed at Strategic Level
64.3 Staff and Patients Are Informed of Sustainability Goals
64.4 Sustainability Progress Is Reported to Governance
64.5 Procurement Considers Responsible Stewardship of Resources
64.6 Energy Use Is Monitored, With a Move Toward Renewable Sources
64.7 A Carbon Footprint Baseline Exists
64.8 The Facility Plans for Environmental and Climate Resilience