Clinical and Service Standard

The Coal Services Clinical and Service Standard (Clinical and Service Standard) supports the proposed replacement for the Coal Services Health Monitoring Requirements for Coal Mine Workers – Order No. 43. The replacement Order is expected to become operational in 2026 under a new Order number.

The Clinical and Service Standard provides clear guidance for approved medical practitioners to ensure the delivery of high-quality health assessments. It includes a comprehensive governance framework to instil confidence that approved medical practitioners hold the required qualifications, meet the quality standards, and use and maintain compliant equipment.

Based on regulations, guidelines, and best practices, the Clinical and Service Standard assists approved medical practitioners and approved health professionals meet the requirements for accreditation, certification, and quality assurance needed to deliver high-quality health assessments that comply with the replacement Order.

The Clinical and Service Standard clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of approved medical practitioners and approved health professionals. It also outlines how non-compliance with the Order clauses or the Standard’s requirements will be managed. It is also designed to complement the professional standards set by other relevant professional bodies.

Although the replacement Order is not yet gazetted, the release of the Clinical and Service Standard enables approved medical practitioners and approved health professionals to proactively prepare for its implementation. Once the replacement Order is operational, adherence to the Clinical and Service Standard will be a mandatory.