Case: Essentia Health, Minnesota
Challenge
The health system needed to comply with multiple safety regulations and manage risks such as patient handling injuries, needlestick incidents, and exposure to infections. Manual recordkeeping hampered efficiency.
Solution
Essentia Health implemented an automated occupational health management system, provided refresher training, and produced performance dashboards for executives.
Outcome
Improved efficiency, better compliance, and expedited root-cause analysis led to more effective preventive measures.
Lesson
Investing in technology and ongoing training enhances safety culture and operational efficiency.