Guidelines/Recommendations
Violence in Healthcare and the Use of Handcuffs
An evidence-based resource developed by the International Association for Healthcare Safety and Security (2018) to address...
Guidelines/Recommendations
TJC Sentinel Event Alert: Preventing Surgical Fires
The Joint Commission (TJC) discusses the identified root causes of surgical fires. The sentinel alert also examines...
Assessment tools
AORN: How to Plan an OR Fire Drill
Planning and conducting an OR fire drill is essential for the safety of patients, staff and physicians. This Association of...
Assessment tools
AORN: Fire Drill Scenarios
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) discusses 12 different fire drill scenarios that may be used for...
Evaluation tools
AORN: Fire Drill Evaluation Tool
Evaluations should follow all fire drills to document improvement and safety. The Association of periOperative Registered...
Assessment tools
AORN: Fire Prevention Assessment Protocol
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) recommends completing this fire prevention assessment protocol...
Flyer/Sign/Poster
OR Fire Prevention Algorithm
The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) encourages surgical staff members to use this OR fire prevention algorithm...
Assessment tools
AORN: Fire Risk Assessment Tool
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) fire risk assessment tool is recommended for use during the...
Assessment tools
Universal Protocol and Fire Risk Assessment
This fire risk assessment tool is embedded in the universal protocol process that should be conducted prior to surgical...
Checklists
AORN: Comprehensive Surgical Checklist
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN's) comprehensive surgical checklist offers recommendations from...
Assessment tools
ASPR TRACIE: Surgical Fire Risk Assessment
The HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Technical Resources, Assistance Center, and...
Flyer/Sign/Poster
OR Fire Prevention Poster
The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) provides quick tips on how to prevent surgical fires in the OR. The...
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Workplace Violence Symposium
Our annual symposium is designed to strengthen your knowledge of workplace violence in healthcare organizations.
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Workers' Compensation Symposium
Our annual symposium offers the latest on trends and changes in the healthcare workers’ compensation industry.
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