Evaluated self-assessments
At the HTA, we have used different inspection models over the years although our core approach has been a site-based inspection, typically with two inspecting staff.
Inspections
HTA publishes operational data
Today we have published data about licences and inspections.
The role of inspections
Nicolette Harrison, Director of Regulations, talks about the role inspections play in a risk-based, proportionate, data-driven, modern regulator.
"This is why I do what I do"
Last year we carried out an unannounced inspection of an establishment which resulted in a number of shortfalls against the HTA’s licensing standards, some of which were classified as being ‘Critical’. A critical shortfall is a shortfall which poses a significant risk to human safety and/or dignity and is the most severe level of shortfall requiring immediate action.
Latest inspection reports
On this page you can find the most recent inspection reports.
HTA inspections can include a desk-based assessment, on-site assessment, and analysis of information to assess whether the conditions of a licence and HTA licensing standards are met. The inspection guidance section of our website has more information about our inspection processes.
Regulations, Regulators and Regulatory Principles.
Andy is Honorary Fellow at the Nuffield Department of Women’s and Reproductive Health, University of Oxford; a Member of the Regulatory Horizons Council; and HTA Board Member. He is commenting in a personal capacity and his views do not necessarily represent positions held by the HTA.
Latest inspection reports January 2023
We’ve published new inspection reports from establishments in research, human application, organ donation and transplantation, and post-mortem sectors.
Latest inspection reports December 2022
We’ve published new inspection reports from establishments in human application, research, public display, and post-mortem sectors.
On inspections we look at compliance with HTA standards including consent, governance and quality systems, traceability, and premises, facilities and equipment. We check whether there are any minor, major or critical shortfalls against these standards.
See our latest reports:
Inspection reports from the last 7 days
We’ve published 6 new inspection reports from establishments in human application, research, and post-mortem sectors.
On inspections we look at compliance with HTA standards including consent, governance and quality systems, traceability, and premises, facilities and equipment. We check whether there are any minor, major or critical shortfalls against these standards.
Read the latest reports:
Review of inspections - invitation to tender
The Human Tissue Authority (HTA) is commissioning a number of consultants to assist in carrying out a review of its inspection process.