Resources
Useful Links and Resources
Here are regularly updated resources. Let me know if you have suggestions or need information on a specific topic.
Implementing Ngā Paerewa
A practical guide to help healthcare and disability service providers align with the Ngā Paerewa Health and Disability Services Standard (NZS 8134:2021). This resource provides insights into key requirements, best practices, and sector guidance to ensure compliance while maintaining a consumer-focused approach.
Māori health - Hauora Māori
Explore initiatives and services that promote equity in healthcare for Māori. This resource highlights frameworks and strategies that support culturally safe, inclusive, and effective healthcare delivery, contributing to a stronger and more responsive system for all.
Certification
Understand the certification process under the Health and Disability Services (Safety) Act 2001. This resource outlines what providers need to do to meet safety standards, ensuring that healthcare services remain high quality, compliant, and consumer-focused.
Infection Prevention and Control
Access a comprehensive collection of tools and guidelines designed to help healthcare providers implement effective infection control measures. These resources aim to prevent healthcare-associated infections, ensuring the safety of both patients and healthcare workers.
Reprocessing of reusable medical devices
Ensuring the safe and effective reprocessing of reusable medical devices is critical for patient safety and infection prevention. This resource provides guidance on best practices, compliance with AS 5369:2023, and practical steps for implementing a robust reprocessing system that meets regulatory and quality standards.
Te Tāhū Hauora Health Quality & Safety Commission
Te Tahu Hauora provides leadership in quality improvement and patient safety across Aotearoa New Zealand’s health and disability sector. This resource offers guidance, tools, and insights to support healthcare providers in delivering safer, more effective, and consumer-centered care.
National Adverse Events Reporting Policy
A framework designed to guide healthcare providers in effectively reporting, reviewing, and learning from adverse events. This resource supports a transparent and consistent approach to managing incidents, ensuring that lessons learned contribute to improved safety, quality, and risk management in healthcare settings.
a framework for clinical governance
A comprehensive framework outlining best practices in clinical governance within Aotearoa New Zealand's health services. This resource provides guidance and tools to help healthcare organizations adapt and implement effective governance structures, ensuring high-quality care and improved patient outcomes.
Standards New Zealand
A key resource for accessing health and disability sector standards, including regulations and guidelines that support quality, safety, and compliance in service delivery. This platform provides essential information for healthcare providers looking to implement best practices and meet national and international accreditation requirements. Ngā Paerewa Health and Disability Services Standard NZS 8134:2021 (PDF) is accessible at no cost.
Australasian Institute of Clinical Governance
A professional body dedicated to advancing clinical governance, quality, and risk management across healthcare settings. This resource provides education, training, and best practice frameworks to support healthcare leaders in strengthening governance structures, improving patient outcomes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Yorkshire Quality and Safety Research Group
A leading research group focused on improving healthcare quality and patient safety. This resource provides evidence-based insights, tools, and strategies to support healthcare organisations in enhancing safety, reducing risks, and fostering continuous improvement.
Risk Management Institute of Australia
A leading resource for risk management education, standards, and best practices. This institute provides tools, frameworks, and professional development opportunities to help organisations identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively, ensuring resilience and strategic decision-making in complex environments.
Business Leaders Health & Safety Forum
A collaborative platform designed to support leaders and organisations in strengthening workplace health and safety. This resource provides best practice guidance, industry insights, and networking opportunities to help businesses create safer, more resilient workplaces while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Institute of Directors New Zealand
A leading organisation providing governance training, resources, and professional development for directors and senior leaders. This resource supports individuals and organisations in enhancing leadership capability, strengthening governance practices, and navigating complex regulatory environments to drive strategic success.
Health and Disability Services Ethic Committees
Responsible for reviewing health and disability research to ensure ethical standards are met, HDECs protect the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants. This link describes the process or download the Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs). Your responsibilities as a Locality are covered in Section 10 of the SoPs.