Apply for a declaration under the Commonwealth Qualified Privilege Scheme

Find out how to apply for a declaration for a quality assurance activity under this scheme. We recommend you read the legislation and speak to us before applying, to make sure your application is suitable for this scheme.

Why apply

Apply for a declaration under the Commonwealth Qualified Privilege Scheme to encourage health professionals to take part in your quality assurance activity.

Who can apply

Organisations can apply if they meet the eligibility criteria. The application must be for an eligible activity.

Application form

You must complete the form in full. This allows for a detailed assessment against the requirements in the legislation. Before completing the form, we recommend you read:

We encourage you to speak to us before applying, to make sure your application is suitable. Contact us to arrange a time.

Commonwealth Qualified Privilege Scheme application form

Use this form to apply for qualified privilege for your quality assurance activity. The application form includes questions about your organisation and the design, purpose and expected outcomes of your activity. It also asks for the details of 2 referees.

Timeframes

We recommend you apply at least 6 months before you plan to start your activity. This allows for enough time to process your application.

Application process

After you apply:

  1. we email you to confirm we have received your application
  2. the Minister for Health (or delegate) considers your application.

The Minister for Health (or delegate) must ensure:

  • the application meets eligibility
  • it is in the public interest to grant qualified privilege.

For example, it may be in the public interest because it will encourage:

  • participation in the activity
  • more participation (if the activity has previously been undertaken)
  • actions to accept, implement or monitor any recommendations from the activity.

The Minister for Health (or delegate) may also consider if the activity has, or should have, ethics committee approval.

Outcome

If your application is successful:

If your application is not successful, we will let you know the outcome and the reasons for the decision.

Contact

Commonwealth Qualified Privilege Scheme contact

Contact us to find out more about the Commonwealth Qualified Privilege Scheme.
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