NHSLA Level 2
The Royal Marsden was assessed by the NHS Litigation Authority (NHSLA) at Level 2 for the management of risk for the first time in February 2010. We passed with a positive result in 47 out of the 50 criteria. The assessors found that there was sufficient evidence provided to assure them that the risk management processes described in the policies were in use in the 47 areas.
About the NHSLA
The NHSLA has a remit to encourage NHS trusts to improve their clinical and non-clinical risk management practices on a cost-effective basis. This responsibility, aimed at improving the safety of NHS patients and staff, is met mainly through the provision of risk management standards which are based on the identified causes of claims.
The risk management standards and assessment process provide a structured framework within which effective risk management activities are focused to deliver quality improvements in organisational governance, patient care and the safety of patients, staff, contractors, volunteers and visitors. The process provides assurance to the organisation, other inspecting bodies and stakeholders, including patients.
The assessment process is undertaken at three levels:
- Level 1 (Policy): the process for managing risk described and documented.
- Level 2 (Practice): the process for managing risk as described in policies at Level 1 is in use.
- Level 3 (Performance): the process for managing risk is working across the whole organisation.