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In group: PSIRF – Patient Safety Incident Response Framework
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Judy Walker posted an update in the group PSIRF – Patient Safety Incident Response Framework 1 month ago
Does anyone know of any groups where those who lead AARs get to meet and reflect on their practice, to continually improve and be supported? Perhaps you have one in your own Trust? In the past I’ve facilitated such groups for my own Trust and for others and found them to be very helpful. Do you think there would be interest in such a group, run to connect AAR facilitators across England? Thanks
@samanthajaynemachen
Hi Judy, I personally haven’t heard of any and we don’t have one within the Q community. I tagged Sam above as she may know of some?
Maybe this is something you could initiate? You might want to explore SQC funding as a way to support it https://q.health.org.uk/get-involved/supporting-q-connections/
Hi Judy, there’s a lot of discussion about AAR on the NHS Future site and patient safety networks. My concern is more around how we can best support people in choosing or combining the right tools. With systems thinking in mind, are we limiting our options by focusing too heavily on AAR? While structured AAR conversations have value, they can also be used to guide informal safety discussions. Are we at risk of placing too much emphasis or bureaucracy on just one of the many tools available?
There a lot in what you say Isabel. Thanks for your reply. It’s so important to have a range of tools and the skill is in choosing the right one, or more than one. AAR will not provide a detailed system view like an Accimap for example, but it might provide an idea of where to start, whilst also enabling staff centred learning and making recommendations for changes. Yet it is vital that every AAR held is as effective and meaningful as possible at this stage so people build trust and confidence in the approach.
Hi Judy, I completely agree that having a range of tools is essential, and the skill lies in choosing or combining them effectively. AAR can definitely provide a great starting point for staff-centered learning and recommendations for change. It would also be interesting to explore where AAR fits within a broader system of tools, to ensure we’re getting the best outcomes without inadvertently limiting ourselves. Each approach has its strengths, and balancing them might offer a more comprehensive view, especially when addressing systemic issues.
Hi Judy. I think this would be so helpful. We are using AARs but probably without understanding the purpose and aim. Would be great to learn collectively the value of this tool and avoid misunderstanding and misuse