Improve Safety Of Use Of Splinting Pans
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2019
To eliminate incidences of overheating empty splinting pans, reducing fire safety risks. Safety measures implemented effectively improved workplace safety and reduced risks.
Year Submitted: 2019
Published Date: 31 December 2019
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Value Based Care, Safe Care
About this Content
Aims
To eliminate incidences of overheating empty splinting pans, reducing fire safety risks.
Background
Multiple episodes of overheated splinting pans posed safety risks due to improper use and lack of safety protocols.
Methods
Introduced safety checklists, visual cues, and markings on valves; implemented staff training and monitoring.
Results
Overheating incidents reduced to zero; staff compliance improved significantly through visual aids and process standardization.
Conclusion
Safety measures implemented effectively improved workplace safety and reduced risks.
Lessons Learnt
Visual cues and structured workflows minimize human errors and enhance safety.
Keywords
Safety, Splinting Pans, Process Improvement
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Priscilla Chan |
Project Member(s) | Pamela Lee |
Connect with this contributor!
Priscilla Chan - priscilla_chan@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C104_NTFGH_QM_2019_Improve_Safety_Of_Use_Of_Splinting_Pans.pdf