Human Tissue Authority – Update for Post Mortem Sector Licensees: Revised Incident Reporting Guidelines

HTA publishes revised guidance on reporting incidents in the post mortem sector.

The Human Tissue Authority (HTA) has issued an update for establishments operating under a post-mortem license about the submission and completion of HTA Reportable Incidents (HTARI).
The revised guidelines aim to ensure establishments are informed of the updated protocols and are equipped to adjust their policies and procedures accordingly. Key actions implemented by the HTA include the addition of a clear definition of reportable incidents, ensuring Corporate Licence Holder contacts are included in initial communication and incident closure notices, and the potential sharing of incident information with other regulatory bodies. Additionally, establishments are provided with guidance on completing incident summaries, emphasising immediate corrective actions, and are supported with a Decision Tree to navigate incidents involving Accidental Damage during post-mortem Post Mortem Examination.

Establishments are directed to the updated guidance ‘HTARI Guidance for Establishments‘.
https://www.hta.gov.uk/guidance-professionals/guidance-sector/post-mortem/post-mortem-hta-reportable-incidents-htaris. A summary of closed incidents is published on a quarterly basis on our website.

Published on the 4th of April 2024. Read the full news here.