172. The board of directors of an institution must also(1) adopt the strategic plan and the annual management report;
(2) approve the management and accountability agreement;
(3) approve the financial statements;
(3.1) ensure the accessibility of the institution’s services throughout the territory under its responsibility;
(4) ensure the pertinence, quality, safety and effectiveness of the services provided;
(5) ensure respect for users’ rights and promptness in processing users’ complaints;
(6) ensure the economical and efficient use of human, material and financial resources;
(7) ensure the participation and development of human resources and see that they are motivated, that they are valued, and that their skills are maintained;
(8) ensure that performance is monitored and results are reported; and
(9) ensure that the teaching and research mission is complied with if the institution operates a centre designated as a university hospital centre, a university institute or an affiliated university centre.