The DSPT is an online self-assessment designed to help NHS suppliers and health and care organisations measure their data security and protection practices against national standards.
All organisations that handle personal data, including NHS providers and third-party service providers, are required to complete the DSPT annually.
Yes - Digital Health companies must complete the DSPT each year under the relevant category for their organisation.
The DSPT can be accessed online through the NHS Data Security Protection Toolkit (DSPT) website. You will need to register your organisation through the portal and receive an ODS code from the DSPT team before you can complete your registration.
The DSPT must be completed annually by the end of June to ensure that organisations remain compliant with data security and protection standards. Each year, there are changes made to the specification, requiring organisations to review their submission and ensure that adaptations have been made to policies and procedures in order to retain compliance.
Users will need to provide information on their data handling practices, security policies, and training procedures for staff regarding data protection.
Yes, the DSPT is designed for organisations of all sizes, providing a scalable approach to data security and protection compliance.
The information submitted through the DSPT is used to assess compliance with data security standards and to inform national data security initiatives within the health and care sector.
Of course. At 8foldGovernance, our team of experienced Information Governance and Data Protection professionals is ready to assist you with the annual submission of the Data Security Protection Toolkit (DSPT). We can help you develop policies and procedures that ensure DSPT compliance. Additionally, for organisations resubmitting each year, we provide support in collating the required mandatory evidence of policy implementation.
Navigating NHS Data Security Toolkit (DSPT) requirements can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At 8fold Governance, our team of compliance experts is here to guide you every step of the way—ensuring your digital health solutions meet the highest data security standards. Want to stay ahead of the curve? Explore our latest blogs for practical tips, expert insights, and real-world examples to help you master DSPT compliance.
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