The Wrong Kidney – Why do Never Events Keep Happening?

‘The Wrong Kidney’ a short film by Steven Shorrock to explore the complexity of accidents in healthcare. The film depicts a fictional scenario where a patient undergoes ‘wrong-site surgery’ resulting in removal of the wrong kidney. It serves as a free...

SEIPS in Maternity Epsom and St Helier

The Simulation Team and Maternity Services at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust have developed this staff education film to support open and honest dialogue, in line with a using a systems-based approach. The film was inspired by real service user and...

What’s the point of Clinical Human Factors?

Martin Bromiley OBE talks about the death of his late wife and how addressing human factors in the system makes it easier for staff to do the right thing. Further reading To view our history and ‘Just a routine operation’ video click here To view Elaine...

What’s in it for healthcare?

Martin Bromiley OBE talks about the inevitability of human error and how Human Factors is essential in any safety critical industry, particularly healthcare, to make it safer, more effective and more efficient. Further reading Health and Safety Executive introduction...

How do we convince the Board? Martin Bromiley OBE

Martin Bromiley OBE talks about tools that can be used to convince the Board. Further reading Getting to grips with Human Factors – A Board resource  click here ...

How can we help people to speak up? Martin Bromiley OBE

Martin Bromiley OBE talks about his experiences and the importance of having a culture that enables speaking up. Further reading National Guardian Freedom to Speak Up click here...