ABOUT FSRACA
The professional organization of the Federal Sterilizing Research Advisory Council of Australia Incorporated strives for excellence through education, research, communication and professional representation so that safe patient outcomes and the highest standards are achieved at all times.
Objectives
The Objectives of the Council are:
1. To promote the sharing of knowledge, research and investigation in the:
a. Principles and practices of sterilization and disinfection
b. Provision of sterile supplies
c. Control of infection and microbiological contamination in health care facilities and community services
2. To represent the professional interest of members of the Council In pursuance of these objectives, the Council may approve or endorse educational programs.
Committee Role
The role of the committee is often a thankless one, but also a very rewarding and fulfilling one. It is the acceptance of responsibility for the continued functioning of the group that sets the Committee member apart from the general SRACA member.
On a local level, the committee is responsible for the following
- Ensuring that all activities of the Council take place in accordance with The Constitution of the Council and that all financial dealings are in accordance with good Accounting practice.
- Develop and maintain the membership basis of the Council.
- Produce a regular newsletter for the interest of the members of the Council.
- Planning educational meetings, seminars and conferences.
- Provide advice to the members on interpretation of matters relating to interpretation of Sterilizing Standards.
- Provide advice to Governmental Departments on matters of Sterilizing Technology.
On a Broader Stage the Committee also plays a role in the following:
- Membership of the Federation of Sterilizing Research & Advisory Councils of Australia (FSRACA).
- Membership of such groups as Standards Australia Committees for consideration of relevant Standards that may apply to the industry.
You do not have to be a Committee Member to help the Committee perform these roles. Feel free to volunteer to assist in any of the above tasks. Not only will you learn new skills, but you make new friends. Contact any of the Committee Members to see how you can help.
FSRACA COMMITTEE
David Bellamy
Tracey Worthington
Darren Martin
Kate Haberfield
Dora Gadaleta
Andrew Ellis
Rosalie Berry
