Healthcare Safety Toolkit Library

This resource describes what marijuana is and its usage for medical conditions.

This resource provides details regarding the LDAF's Medical Marijuana Progam in Louisiana.

The misuse of single and multi-dose vials has led to numerous adverse events related to the transmission of infections. This Sentinel Event Alert, published by The Joint Commission in 2014, spotlights the concerns related to the misuse of vials, outlining proper processes and procedures that can be implemented to reduce these risks.

It is imperative to review medication errors and adverse drug events as this can provide valuable information on the breakdown of processes. The article provides tips on reviewing and identifying key opportunities.

This resource discusses how drug shortages can compromise patient care.

The CDC provides facts and tips addressing opioid overdose prevention.

Reducing the risk of encountering an active shooter situation is important to any business, especially healthcare. These resources provide tools on how to plan what to do in the event of an active shooter/violent situation.

Acitve shooter events are increasing more and more across the U.S. and the experts have developed tools to help the lay person identify a potential active shooter as a risk reduction strategy.

Healthcare organizations should take the possiblity of an active shooter event occuring in their facility very seriously. These resources provide key tactics on managing violent and disruptive behavior as a risk reduction process.

Active shooter training is vital for all staff in a healthcare organization as they are the eyes and ears of the facility. These resources help ensure staff are trained and prepared to address violent/aggressive behavior/situations.