The NSQHS Standards
The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards provide a nationally consistent statement of the level of care consumers can expect from health service organisations.
NSQHS Standards (third edition) Engagement Hub
As a national leader in safety and quality improvement, the Commission is preparing to develop the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards (third edition) to improve patient care into the future.
We are seeking your input to develop national standards that support effective, high-quality and patient-centred care for all Australians.
Consultation will commence in 2025 – stay tuned for details.
Overview
The NSQHS Standards were developed by the Commission in collaboration with the Australian Government, states and territories, private sector providers, clinical experts, patients and carers. The primary aims of the NSQHS Standards are to protect the public from harm and to improve the quality of health service provision. The eight NSQHS Standards provide a nationally consistent statement about the level of care consumers can expect from health services.
Short notice assessments
From 1 July 2023 short notice assessments will commence. This change applies to all health service organisations where licencing requires accreditation to the NSQHS Standards.
Standards and accreditation updates
Keep up to date with NSQHS Standards, other safety and quality standards and accreditation schemes.
Links to the NSQHS Standards
Related links
- Resources for the NSQHS Standards
Guides, Advisories, Fact sheets and other resources.
- Safety and Quality Advice Centre
Contact the Safety and Quality Advice Centre for enquiries and information on implementing the NSQHS Standards.
- NSQHS Standards submissions, requests, extensions and appeals
Request an extension to Advisory AS18/07, enrol in the NSQHS Standards Orientation Course, request for the NSQHS Standards logo and icons, and other forms.
- NSQHS Standards assessment outcomes
Lessons learnt from the assessment of health service organisations to the NSQHS Standards.
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Feedback
The Commission values your comments and feedback. If you would like to provide feedback on the NSQHS Standards section of the website, please send your comments to AdviceCentre@safetyandquality.gov.au or phone 1800 304 056.