ModelImplementationStandardforPreventingFallsandHarm.docVIP

Non-departmental standard: developed to assist HHS in meeting National Safety and Quality Standards MFP 2013 Implementation Standard for Preventing Falls and Harm from Falls 1. Purpose This Implementation Standard identifies the minimum and auditable requirements that evidence the implementation of the Preventing Falls and Harm from Falls Policy. It also identifies the responsibilities (and audit criteria) of individual positions in relation to these requirements. This standard applies to all people who are at risk of falling, however, those most at risk are aged 65 years or over,