GR40 Central Alerting System (CAS) Policy
Target Audience
All CWP staff
Purpose
The Central Alerting System (CAS) is operated by the Department of Health (DH) and is a means of sending important safety and device and equipment alerts to a nominated person in each health or social care setting.
All alerts must be actioned appropriately and actions completed stated on the CAS site by the nominated CAS Officer. All staff have a responsibility to implement the requirements of safety information and this document sets out those responsibilities.
Origin
Lead executive
Medical Director
Author and contact number
Health and Safety Advisor
01244 397715
Policy dates & history
Implementation Date
24 April 2018
Approval Meeting
Patient Safety and Effectiveness Sub Committee (PSESC)