HSO and Policy Makers
As a policy maker, your mandate is to improve the quality of services in your jurisdiction by implementing policy that supports best practices and quality care.
HSO works hand-in-hand with policy makers in Canada and around the world to support health and social services policy development and implementation.
Health and Social Services Standards
Standards are guidelines that establish accepted practices and requirements by consensus, supporting quality assurance, improvement and safety.
HSO standards are based on the best available evidence, leading expertise and professional practice experience.
Policy makers can use HSO standards to:
- Help develop legislation (laws, regulations, etc.)
- Help develop non-legislated policies (guidance frameworks, national strategies, funding priorities, etc.)
- Evaluate policy through assessments that monitor adoption and compliance
As a policy maker armed with HSO’s SCC-accredited standards, you are in a better position to develop policy which improves patient safety across health and social services systems.
Download our free guide, Using HSO Standards to Support Policy Decisions to learn more.
Consulting, Resources & Training
In addition to providing standards, HSO supports policy makers improve quality through:
- Consulting – Internationally recognized faculty working with you to co-design and implement quality health solutions.
- Survey Instruments – Validated tools and analysis help you capture and translate data into action.
- Learning Resources & Training – Live and virtual learning opportunities to engage, educate and equip you and your stakeholders with the knowledge needed to accelerate your quality journey.