- Establish a point of contact for the survey to manage the application, communicate with the commission’s account executive and coordinate the survey event.
- Identify all standards and requirements that are aligned with the type of survey requested.
- Familiarize staff with the resources available from Accrediting body
- Ensure up-to-date policy and plan documentation.
- Invest in education and familiarize staff with the survey process.
- Anticipate surveyors will use a top-to-bottom approach.
- Be prepared to discuss an improvement initiative the ASC underwent that involves data collection and analysis. (WrenchASC Subscription)
- Encourage open and candid communication among staff.
