Canada Safe Imaging Stars
The CSI Executive Committee estimated that Canada would benefit from a system based on the EuroSafe Imaging Stars which identify and recognize imaging facilities that embody best practice in radiation protection. These facilities obtain stars on a scale from 1 to 5 based on their level of compliance with recommendations adapted from the Bonn Call for Action.
A revised version has been released by EuroSafe Imaging which better aligns with the European Basic Sasety Standards (BSS) and adapts well to the Canadian healthcare environment. The updated criteria consist of 11 mandatory and 7 additional criteria, covering the previously identified topics of optimization, justification, quality and safety, education, research. The highest level of 5 Stars premium goes beyond the BSS recommendations.
Developing an Imaging Stars network or developing a program distinguishing imaging centres that achieve the embodiment of best radiation safety practice is Action 3 of the International Society of Radiology Call for Action.
Click here to see the new 5 Stars system.
To apply, please follow these instructions:
- Download the CSI 5-STAR form available as a fillable PDF.
- Answer the form questions and save it under another name.
- Email the completed form and supporting documents to dkoff@mcmaster.ca.
Toolkit
Congratulations to our first 5 Stars hospitals in Canada, it is a great pleasure to welcome them as the first recipients of the 5 Stars and first members of the Canadian 5 Stars network.
