Staircase to Safety
Care Process & Redesign
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
SingHealth
31 December 2018
Provide pedestrians a safe, direct, and convenient link while eliminating recurring water-ponding issues. The project successfully improved safety, eliminated water-ponding issues, and provided a convenient pedestrian pathway.
Year Submitted: 2018
Published Date: 31 December 2018
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Build Environment, Facilities Management Improvements, Risk Management, Preventive Approach
About this Content
Aims
Provide pedestrians a safe, direct, and convenient link while eliminating recurring water-ponding issues.
Background
Recurring slips and falls on the vehicle ramp posed safety risks, particularly during wet weather.
Methods
Built a staircase beside the vehicle ramp, improved drainage, resurfaced footpath with anti-slip tiles, and added clear signage.
Results
Eliminated slips and falls, reduced water-ponding, and improved pedestrian safety.
Conclusion
The project successfully improved safety, eliminated water-ponding issues, and provided a convenient pedestrian pathway.
Lessons Learnt
Infrastructure improvements can significantly enhance safety and usability in high-risk areas.
Keywords
Infrastructure, Safety, Anti-Slip Tiles
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | KK Women and Children Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Coleen Beck |
Project Member(s) | Sanisah Rahmat |
Connect with this contributor!
Coleen Beck - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg