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Quick reference tools


This section of the Iris Ethics Knowledge Base provides quick reference tools for researchers, evaluators, and HREC members. These tools support efficient navigation of common ethics review requirements and do not replace the substantive guidance in the Knowledge Base.

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Common scenario decision trees


Step-by-step decision trees for common review scenarios.

National Statement Navigator


A guide to finding the relevant review pathway under the National Statement.

Consent requirements checklist


A consolidated, paragraph-referenced checklist of consent requirements.

Risk assessment matrix


A matrix for categorising and documenting risk.

Distress protocols


A planning tool for recognising, responding to, and following up on participant distress during data collection.

Data collection matrix


A tool for linking every data collection question to its purpose and analytical approach.