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Charge
This Committee is charged to ensure objectivity and consistency in CAP accreditation decision-making by centralizing the decision-making criteria and processes.
This committee reports to the Council on Accreditation. View a list of the Current Committee Members.
Commitment
| Time Commitment Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Number of face-to-face meetings | 3 |
| Length of meetings | 1 day |
| Typical meeting days | Friday |
| Meeting locations | One meeting per year takes place in Chicago; 2 in other locations. |
| Number of conference calls | 24; 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month (1.5 – 2 hours) |
| Hours per year | Occasional expedited review conference call. Preparation for conference calls includes reading of 1-2 inch agenda books of laboratory specific information. |
| Additional travel or time commitments | Chair is a member of the Council on Accreditation. |
Activities of Committee
- Determines accreditation decisions for LAP laboratories. This includes the application and removal of sanctions.
Expertise or Experience
- Good working knowledge of the laboratory accreditation requirements.
- Knowledge of other regulatory requirements such as CLIA regulations is a positive.
- Previous experience as a Regional Commissioner is desirable.
Benefits of Committee Membership
- Gain insight as to how sustained regulatory compliance can be ensured.
- Occasional speaking engagements about the accreditation program.