Here is a brief description of recent policy changes. Please make yourself aware of the changes, as they may also impact training requirements.

You can find all our policies in the Policies and Documents Library. Use key search terms to narrow down your results.

NEW - Advanced Clinical Practice Policy

This policy sets out the organisational position on Advanced Clinical Practitioners within CHFT. It provides a framework for those who are currently training for, or employed in ACP roles, as well as their clinical supervisors, and for those who are developing a business case for implementation within their clinical field.

NEW - Extended Skills Policy

This policy outlines the governance process for ensuring extended skills are underpinned by evidence-based guidelines, professional standards and appropriate training and competencies, to ensure health professionals have the necessary knowledge and skill to deliver safe and effective, person-centred care according to service delivery requirements.

VIP and Protected Individuals Visitor Policy

Policy updated to include process for Escorted Prisoner Attending for Treatment. Also included site security arrangements following Core Standard review 2023.

HAZMAT/CBRN Plan

Added in Process for Contaminated Bodies, changes to ED (new build) and general review.