Policy Framework
The Policy Framework outlines the types of policy documents (e.g. policy, standard, guideline) governing the Department of Health. The framework applies to divisions and business units making policy documents applicable to the department.
Under the framework, the Policy Management Policy and Policy Management Standard:
- specify the governance of policy documents
- promote a consistent and rigorous approach to policy development and approval, implementation.
Compliance with the framework is mandatory for Department of Health divisions and commercialised business units.
Policies and standards developed under the framework may be adapted for use by HHSs to support best practice and business continuity.