IC11 - Guidance for animals in the healthcare setting

Target Audience

All CWP staff

Purpose

It is recognised that animals, can provide therapeutic benefits to service users. This policy will ensure that animals that are brought onto CWP premises or are resident on CWP premises for therapeutic benefits are protected from harm. I addition any staff, visitors or patients who may have contact with visiting or resident animals are afforded the same protection.

Origin

Policy dates & history