About the SRA Toolkit

HOW DO WE USE THIS TOOLKIT?

There is no one “right way” to use the SRA, but a general path for most users is provided below. The tool has maximum potential early in the design process, using systems thinking, and a multidisciplinary approach. Anyone (design team, healthcare organization, risk management team) can lead the process, but all stakeholders need to be at the table.

There are six components of consideration: infection control, patient handling, medication safety, falls, behavioral health, and security.

Watch the user guide video with “how to” instructions using screen shots

Create an assessment for your project

Explore SRA toolkit
Assemble your multidisciplinary team
Decide how to integrate the SRA with your existing process

Determine relevant Risk components for your project

Define your goals and objectives for safety
Review resources related to each risk component

Track progress towards objectives with the Safety Alignment Tool

Engage leadership
Spot ongoing opportunities to align organizational safety strategy with project design

Use the Historical Data Tool to identify areas of risk & vulnerability

Understand the importance of assessing and accepting risk
Enter historical data for each area of safety
Review historical data to identify areas of concern and patterns of vulnerability

Apply evidence-based design with the Design Considerations Tool

Discuss design options across risk areas
Align design with operational processes
Document decisions