Safety in Numbers
Welcome to Safety in Numbers – A network that is connecting people in Yorkshire and Humber to Improve Patient Safety.
With the changes happening in the NHS including the closing of the National Patient Safety Agency we are keen that the existing good practice and networking across the region isn’t lost (for example the Safer Patients Network and the Training and Action for Patient Safety (TAPS) network). Whether you are an individual, a team, an organisation or a large regional group, we will give support connecting you with each other and help to navigate your way through the various structures and information to get the knowledge and support you need, when and where you need it.
This is a ‘grassroots’ network that cuts across traditional boundaries to bring together colleagues delivering healthcare and academics interested in patient safety. Anyone involved in healthcare can become a member – and patients are welcome to join too. The group will be focused on the needs of the Yorkshire and Humber area but the knowledge shared will be wider and cover the UK, and where relevant, international resources.
Joining the network is free. Becoming a member of the network will mean you can:
- Connect with colleagues across the region working on similar patient safety issues
- Access to free resources currently including SAVI videos and Introduction to Patient Safety on-line module
- Participate in our Patient Safety On-line Forum
- Receive up to date news and updates on all things patient safety through Twitter and regular e-bulletins including:
- Signposting resources
- National policy announcements
- The latest research
- New resources in education, implementation and information
Download the safety in numbers flyer for use in your organisation here
The Safety in Numbers network was formally launched on Tuesday 15th May 2012 with a Sarah Fraser networking masterclass and presentations from 10 teams who have improved patient safety in their area. See further details here.
