Obligation to Report

All employees who through their work at Oslo University Hospital (OUS) are made aware of possible violations of recognised research ethical standards have a responsibility to report this through their line manager. To ensure proper treatment, the report should be done in writing and with a description of:

• What the suspicion concerns
• Who is suspected
• In what contexts are breaches suspected, at which time point or during which period
• Whether the breach relates to results that are published and/or about to be published

Alternatively, an employee may request a meeting with the manager to explain the suspicion. In such cases, the manager shall keep minutes of the meeting.

Regional Research Support at OUS can provide advice and guidance in connection with notifications of possible violations upon request. Contact information can be found here.