Patient safety remains at the forefront of the NHS‘s mission. From frontline staff to leadership teams, an ongoing commitment to ensuring every patient receives the
It is widely acknowledged that incident reporting in healthcare is vital but the process can be challenging. In this article we explain the benefits of
There are over 2.5 million patient safety events recorded in the NHS each year and healthcare organisations naturally have a responsibility to ensure they are
Maintaining high professional standards (MHPS) of doctors and dentists within the NHS is vital for patient confidence and improved outcomes, maintaining high quality care provision
A sense of needing a cultural overhaul is sweeping through many organisations. After all, a positive workplace culture is at the core of a company’s
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), there were 561,000 non-fatal injuries at work in the UK between 2022 and 2023. That roughly equates
Patient safety in healthcare is affected by a multitude of factors from communication to human factors and technology. Improving patient safety is an ongoing process
When it comes to writing an investigation report you may find yourself wondering where to start or how to bring together all of the evidence
Whistleblowing can be a complex and challenging process for workers, often involving significant personal and career risks. Visibility and discussion of whistleblowing have increased due
While it may seem like just another acronym in the healthcare landscape, PSIRF represents a significant shift towards a system-based approach to patient safety, offering
Healthcare providers often face intense and dynamic situations which can result in avoidable harm to patients. Understanding human factors in healthcare can help to empower
The intelligent use of data and technology can play a significant role in managing clinical risk in both the private and public healthcare sectors. Harnessing
