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SIRS (Serious Incident Response Scheme)

SIRS is the Australian aged care regulatory scheme that requires providers to manage and report serious incidents involving people receiving care, with Priority 1 incidents notifiable to the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission within 24 hours.

Priority 1 incidents include serious injury or illness, unexpected death, suspected unlawful sexual contact, neglect, or other situations requiring immediate response. Priority 2 incidents follow a longer reporting timeline but still require investigation and follow-up.

SIRS workflows benefit from a deadline-aware queue, automatic notification of nominated representatives, and links from each incident into Aged Care Quality Standards evidence — not separate spreadsheets.

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