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Keeping up standards: BS5750

A Sloan

    Occupational Health; a Journal for Occupational Health Nurses
    |July 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    The Dumfries and Galloway Health Board occupational health department achieved British Standards Institute (BSI) quality assurance accreditation. This makes them the first in their field to gain this significant BS5750 certification.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Healthcare Management
    • Quality Assurance

    Background:

    • The occupational health department within the Dumfries and Galloway Health Board faced challenges in standardizing its services.
    • Existing quality management systems were not formally recognized by external bodies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To detail the process undertaken by an occupational health department to achieve BS5750 accreditation.
    • To serve as a case study for other healthcare departments seeking quality assurance.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a comprehensive quality management system aligned with BS5750 standards.
    • Internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
    • External assessment by the British Standards Institute.

    Main Results:

    • The occupational health department successfully obtained BS5750 accreditation.
    • Demonstrated a commitment to high standards in occupational health services.
    • Established a benchmark for quality assurance in the sector.

    Conclusions:

    • Achieving BS5750 accreditation is feasible for occupational health departments.
    • The accreditation signifies a robust quality framework and enhanced service delivery.
    • This initiative positions the department as a leader in healthcare quality standards.

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