HSV has a function under section 131 of the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic) to monitor the compliance of Schedule 1 and 5 health services with HSV Purchasing Policies and directions and to report irregularities to the Minister. In particular, where HSV becomes aware of a breach or probity or non-compliance with the HSV Purchasing Policies (HPPs), HSV may:
- require the Chief Executive of a health service to audit compliance and provide audit reports to HSV
- require the Chief Executive of a health service to provide HSV with information and data relating to the supply of goods and services and the management and disposal of goods
- report the issues to the HSV Board, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) or Minister for Health
In considering which actions are appropriate, HSV will consider all the circumstances of each issue with reference to the principles set out in the HSV Compliance Guidelines. Where possible HSV will endeavour to work with the health service concerned to address the issue prior to reporting the issue to DHHS or the Minister for Health.
For more information, read about our graduated compliance model.