The Commission frequently consults with specialty areas, sectors and the wider public as a critical part of the development of standards and resources.

Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) highlights our commitment towards reconciliation and improving the safety and quality of health care for First Nations people.

The Information Publication Scheme (IPS), established under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act) encourages Australian Government agencies to release information to the public proactively for openness and transparency.  In accordance with the FOI Act, the Commission has prepared an IPS Agency Plan.

Members of the public have rights to request access to information held by the Government of the Commonwealth and of its agencies.

With our strong national presence in safety and quality in public, private and community sectors, our leadership includes expertise from a variety of clinical backgrounds and interests.

The new website will improve access to essential information that supports high-quality care and provide users with a better online experience.

MEDIA RELEASE  The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) welcomes the appointment of Professor Christine Kilpatrick AO as the Commission’s new Board Chair for a five-year term. 

The Commission's Strategic Intent 2020-2025 outlines four priority areas of focus for the Commission, and describes a range of mechanisms used to progress these strategic priorities.

The Board established the Audit and Risk Committee in compliance with section 45 of the PGPA Act and section 17 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule. Its primary role is to assist the Board to discharge its responsibilities in respect of financial reporting, performance reporting, risk oversight and management, internal...

The Commission publishes hospitality, gifts or benefits that it receives throughout the course of performing its functions above the (estimated) value of $100 as per the Australian Public Service Commission's guideline.