Taking the First Steps
The Scan4Safety journey begins with robust organisational structure and a methodological approach. Each organisation must follow a preliminary engagement process in order to establish a foundation for the programme.
First Steps for Trusts
Engagement with relevant stakeholders in the Trust is an essential first step.
- Nominate a Board Level Lead / Champion / Sponsor
- Nominate a Senior Clinical Champion
- Develop a current state assessment and high level GS1 and PEPPOL adoption plan
- Ensure your patient wristbands are compliant and issued to all in-patients on admission
- Update your tender documents to include compliance clauses in favour of those suppliers that have started GS1 and PEPPOL adoption
First Steps for Suppliers
- Submit a statement of commitment to the Department of Health and Social Care
- Complete a Supplier Readiness Survey
- Join the DHSC workspace called ‘GS1 and PEPPOL adoption: Suppliers’
First Steps for Technology Providers
- Join the DHSC workspace called ‘GS1 and PEPPOL adoption: Technology Providers’
For more information on how to get involved, email Scan4Safety@dhsc.gov.uk to join the Department of Health and Social Care’s workspace.
