This guidance describes the responsibilities of providers in relation to the Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS). It includes information on:

• The requirements relating to incident management, response, and prevention
• The types of incidents that must be notified to the Commission
• The requirements for making a notification, including what must be notified and when
• The role of the Commission in managing reports and ensuring providers are notifying and responding to reportable incidents

Serious Incident Response Scheme – Guidelines for residential aged care providers (797.73 KB)