Risks in the optical professions
This document collection brings together our research in to current and future risks posed to patients and the public by optical professionals.
2019
In 2019, we commissioned Enventure Research to carry out this research, which identifies current and future risks posed to patients and the public by optical professionals.
A variety of methods were used to conduct the research, including an online registrant survey, followed by focus groups and in-depth interviews with registrants and key stakeholders.
Secondary research was also conducted via an analysis of GOC Fitness to Practise (FTP) data and information from the Optical Consumer Complaints Service (OCCS).
2010
In 2010, we commissioned Europe Economics for this research report, which presents an investigation and assessment of the competency risks inherent in optical practice for optometrists and dispensing opticians, as well as any contextual factors that may influence the likelihood of these risks.
It was compiled as part of our development of a revalidation process - as directed by the Government’s Non-medical Revalidation Working Group - and has informed the risk profiling of its members.
