Why is the CAP requiring the sign posting?
In a recent incident, a clinical laboratory accredited by the CAP engaged in serious violations of the CAP Laboratory Accreditation standards. These violations were revealed to external authorities by laboratory personnel, but were not brought to the attention of the College. The case prompted a Congressional hearing at which concern was expressed that clinical laboratory personnel are not always aware that they can contact the College about serious lab quality or safety issues that are not being addressed in their laboratory. The CAP has a vital role in the accreditation process and has therefore committed to Congress that all laboratorians in CAP-accredited laboratories be made aware that they can use the College as a resource in these types of situations.
