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Assessing and controlling risk

J Clough1

  • 1Nottingham Trent University.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|July 8, 1998
PubMed
Summary

This article explains workplace risk assessment principles and relevant health and safety regulations for nursing. It details both qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methods for improved safety management.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Risk Management
  • Nursing Practice

Background:

  • Workplace health and safety regulations are crucial for protecting nursing staff.
  • Effective risk assessment is fundamental to preventing workplace incidents in healthcare settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the core principles of workplace risk assessment.
  • To discuss health and safety regulations pertinent to the nursing profession.
  • To compare qualitative and quantitative approaches to risk assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Review of occupational health and safety legislation.
  • Explanation of risk assessment methodologies.
  • Application of principles to nursing work environments.

Main Results:

  • Understanding of risk assessment principles is essential for compliance.
  • Both qualitative and quantitative methods offer distinct advantages in risk evaluation.
  • Specific regulations impact nursing practice and require tailored risk management strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing comprehensive risk assessment is vital for nursing workplace safety.
  • A combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches may provide the most robust safety framework.
  • Adherence to health and safety regulations is non-negotiable in nursing care.

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