Standard forms

Please use the checklists below to ensure your application is complete.

The use of protocol templates below are strongly recommended.

Use of the PISCF templates on this page are mandated by the NSLHD HREC.

Multi-centre studies must use the NHMRC templates.

University PISCF templates are not acceptable for studies taking place within the NSW Health system.

Ethics

Human Research Ethics Application (HREA) Full HREC submission checklist

Human Research Ethics Application (HREA) Low Risk HREC submission checklist

Word icon Protocol template - Standard (Please use for Clinical Trials)

Word icon Protocol template - Basic (Please use for all other research)

Word icon NSLHD Site /CPI/PI List

Word icon New application cover letter template

Word icon New amendment application cover letter template

Waiver of Consent form – NSLHD HREC template

*Please note: Use of a waiver of consent for your study is only granted in the strictest of circumstances, in line with the National Statement and will be reviewed by the full HREC Committee if appropriate for your study. Please consult the NSLHD Research Ethics team to confirm if a waiver of consent may be applicable for your study.

Participant Information Sheet and Consent Forms:

Governance

PDF icon Governance site specific authorisation (SSA) greater than low risk submission checklist

PDF icon Governance site specific authorisation (SSA) low risk submission checklist

Budget template

External Researcher Personnel

Word icon NSLHD site specific PISCF interventional/standard governance guidance document

Word icon Research Finance Checklist

Word icon New application cover letter template

Word icon New amendment application cover letter template

***Please note from 1 September 2023 it is compulsory for all Clinical Trials to be registered in the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS), please upload a screenshot of your CTMS registration as evidence with your SSA***