Practice standards scheme

Question 1

List the core accreditations that can be awarded to practices through the RCVS Practice Standards

Answer 1

Core Standards, General practice, Veterinary Hospital, Emergency Services Clinic and Equine General Practice (Ambulatory)

Question 2

The standards that need to be met at each level are found where?

Answer 2

Practice Standards Module

Question 3

Name the three modules that are available in the practice standards.

Answer 3

Small Animal

Farm Animal

Equine Modules

Question 4

List 4 benefits of accreditation

Answer 4

Receipt of guidance and support to meet the requirements e.g. advice and assistance with compliance on Veterinary Medicine Regulations

Encourages communication and team work amongst staff at the practice.

Focusses staff on aspects of running a veterinary practice which can sometimes be overlooked due to the busy nature of the profession

Accreditation provides reassurance to members of the public

Scheme members are authorised to the PSS brand for the purposes of advertising to members of the public, for example by displaying accredited practice logos, signage,certificates and plaques

Advertised as accredited on the RCVS Find a Vet Service

Scheme membership can help practices to market their services

Free e-newsletter “The Practice Standard” provided information and guidance about changes to the Practice Standards requirement and tips for assessment.

Scheme Membership is recognised by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) and so practice premises accredited by the Practice Standards Scheme are not subject to routine inspection from the VMD as the Schemes standards meet the VMD Inspection criteria

Question 5

Practices can apply to be assessed for optional awards to demonstrate where they excel. What percentage do you have to achieve to be designated as

Good

Outstanding

Answer 5

Good - 60%

Outstanding 80%

Question 6

Which IT system is used to administer the Practice Standards Scheme

Answer 6

Stanley

Question 7

The Bespoke IT System aids practices through the assessment process. List 4 ways in which Stanley supports the practices.

Answer 7

Provide a step-by step guide to practices on the requirements of the Scheme

Act as the central point for all communications between practices, assessors and our staff

Hold practice related certificates, reports and other relevant documents and provide a reminder service when these are due to expire

Speed up the accreditation process