Policies and standards
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Department of Health policy framework
Information about the key types of policy documents used by the Department of Health.
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Department of Health policies
Policies are high level, principles-based statements that communicate the department's intent. They are supported by standards, (more detailed requirements), and guidelines (information supporting good practices).
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Health service directives
Health service directives define required achievements and actions from Hospital and Health Services.
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Health employment directives
Documents which define employment conditions for health service employees.
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ICT policies
This page provides access to ICT policy documentation. Policies are high level, principles-based statements that communicate the department's intent.
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Queensland Health guidelines
A subset of supporting documents that provides guidance to Hospital and Health Services.
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Clinical Services Capability Framework (CSCF)
A set of minimum requirements for the provision of health services in Queensland public and licensed private health facilities.
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Chief Psychiatrist policies and guidelines
Information on the Chief Psychiatrist policies and guidelines that apply under the Mental Health Act 2016.
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Clinical Guidelines
Clinical guidelines and procedures for health professionals covering topics like infection control, patient safety, clinical pathways and drugs, medicines and poisons.
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The National Code of Conduct for Health Care Workers (Queensland)
The National Code of Conduct for Health Care Workers (Queensland) will apply from 1 October 2015 and will strengthen regulation of unregistered health care workers.