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Occupational therapists need to anticipate the potential for disasters. Establishing systems and organising activities beforehand can facilitate a prompt and efficient response, mitigating fear and anxiety in the process. Take proactive measures to ensure the effectiveness of your response and recovery. This includes developing plans and arrangements grounded in risk assessments to enable your core business to continue amidst critical incidents or disruptions. Consider incorporating technology, such as telehealth platforms, to ensure continuity of care during disruptions.

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Position Statement: Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice Framework (2017)

This document provides the framework for scope of practice which will be underpinned by position papers and guides to good practice for key practice areas and additional scope of practice documents (in development), such as an advanced practice framework, advanced and extended scope of practice documents, and national supervision framework. Occupational Therapy Australia scope of practice documentation will be regularly revised to reflect current needs, knowledge and research to include new areas of activity for occupational therapists in Australia.