The Act and the Rules also set conditions or obligations that only apply to some providers. This means the obligations are right for the provider based on:
- the setting they work in, whether in the home or community, or residential aged care
- the kind of services they deliver
- specific risks depending on the service, such as the risk of incidents that could harm an older person.
Examples of what can affect a provider’s specific obligations include:
- if they have been registered before
- their registration category or the type of service they deliver
- whether they are a government or non-government organisation.
The specific obligations set extra requirements about:
- following financial and prudential standards and practices
- meeting the Aged Care Quality Standards
- supporting the delivery of continuously improving care
- managing incidents
- how the organisation is governed and monitored
- using restrictive practices
- managing the workforce, including worker screening and requirements for registered nurses in residential care homes
- managing information, reporting and record keeping.
The Commission has a detailed guide for providers to understand all the obligations that apply to them.
Disclaimer
This publication is not legal advice and must not be used or relied upon as a substitute for legal advice. Users must seek their own independent legal advice in relation to their particular circumstances.
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