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Using Standards in Policy Writing: What You Can (and Can’t) Copy
Episode Description:
When writing policies for accreditation, how do you know when it's safe to copy the standard language—and when you must explain more? In this episode, Areaka breaks down the important difference between following the letter and the spirit of the standard. She shares clear examples, keywords to watch for, and best practices for crafting policies that pass without confusion. Plus, she reveals a new free resource to make this even easier!
📌 In this episode we cover:
(0:42) The difference between the "letter" and "spirit" of the standard
(3:05) When it's safe to use standard language word-for-word
(5:05) Keywords that signal when you must expand your policy
(7:10) How to handle different terminology while staying compliant
(8:00) Free Quick Reference Guide and invitation to join the Content Hub
📥 Download the Quick Reference Guide
Download the easy cheat sheet that shows when to use standard language and when to expand here:
👉 Quick Reference Guide
🔗 Stay Connected:
🌐 Digital business card: www.areakajewell.com
📘 Facebook: Accreditation Academy
📸 Instagram: @accreditationacademy
💼 LinkedIn: Areaka Jewell
Connect with Areaka
🙋♀️ Digital Business Card
🌐 Website
🎧 Want to Be a Guest on the Show?
Know someone doing great things in the accreditation world—or want to share your own insights? We’re always looking for experienced Accreditation Managers, assessors, and change-makers to join us on the podcast. Sign up to be a guest or share with a colleague
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By Areaka JewellEpisode Description:
When writing policies for accreditation, how do you know when it's safe to copy the standard language—and when you must explain more? In this episode, Areaka breaks down the important difference between following the letter and the spirit of the standard. She shares clear examples, keywords to watch for, and best practices for crafting policies that pass without confusion. Plus, she reveals a new free resource to make this even easier!
📌 In this episode we cover:
(0:42) The difference between the "letter" and "spirit" of the standard
(3:05) When it's safe to use standard language word-for-word
(5:05) Keywords that signal when you must expand your policy
(7:10) How to handle different terminology while staying compliant
(8:00) Free Quick Reference Guide and invitation to join the Content Hub
📥 Download the Quick Reference Guide
Download the easy cheat sheet that shows when to use standard language and when to expand here:
👉 Quick Reference Guide
🔗 Stay Connected:
🌐 Digital business card: www.areakajewell.com
📘 Facebook: Accreditation Academy
📸 Instagram: @accreditationacademy
💼 LinkedIn: Areaka Jewell
Connect with Areaka
🙋♀️ Digital Business Card
🌐 Website
🎧 Want to Be a Guest on the Show?
Know someone doing great things in the accreditation world—or want to share your own insights? We’re always looking for experienced Accreditation Managers, assessors, and change-makers to join us on the podcast. Sign up to be a guest or share with a colleague