Vital Statistics Commission of Jamaica - Planning Institute of Jamaica
Vital Statistics Commission of Jamaica - Planning Institute of Jamaica
Vital Statistics Commission of Jamaica - Planning Institute of Jamaica
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Audit <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vital</strong> Registration and <strong>Vital</strong> <strong>Statistics</strong> Systems: <strong>Jamaica</strong><br />
EXHIBIT A<br />
Cross-Reference <strong>of</strong> Recommendations to Findings<br />
I.D. Recommendation<br />
protocols for when a physician should be called and what types <strong>of</strong><br />
questions should be asked.<br />
32. An electronic, automated coding system should be utilized to improve<br />
consistency and accuracy <strong>of</strong> coding<br />
33. Recommend that RGD produce an annual vital statistics data set<br />
based upon occurrences for a particular calendar year<br />
34. LDR should be networked with the RGD information system to allow<br />
data entry at the LDR point <strong>of</strong> service<br />
35. Employ a system that will allow agencies to develop competency<br />
models for all key positions related to vital statistics data collection<br />
and reporting<br />
36. Designate technical points <strong>of</strong> contact for all data requests and<br />
technical assistance, allowing direct technician to technician<br />
interaction<br />
37. Data sharing agreements should be developed and executed between<br />
the RGD and all vital statistics user agencies<br />
38. We recommend that at the conclusion <strong>of</strong> the vendor section for the<br />
scanning <strong>of</strong> birth, fetal deaths, deaths, and marriages, a detailed<br />
project plan be developed<br />
39. We recommend that the RGD develop and implement a plan to link<br />
births and deaths<br />
40. All vital statistics produced by <strong>Jamaica</strong>n government agencies should<br />
utilize the same standard data sets, methodologies, and definitions<br />
41. The RGD should publish annually a description <strong>of</strong> the data collection<br />
process and the methodologies utilized to construct the vital statistics<br />
data sets, including control totals<br />
42. The STATIN should publish annually a set <strong>of</strong> technical notes<br />
detailing the methodologies, definitions, and procedures used to<br />
produce their statistics<br />
43. The police should produce a routine reporting <strong>of</strong> deaths reported to<br />
the police<br />
Finding(s)<br />
16<br />
17<br />
18, 19, 20, 21<br />
79<br />
100<br />
91, 92, 112,<br />
113, 118<br />
101<br />
54<br />
105, 119,<br />
120, 121<br />
122<br />
123<br />
106<br />
40