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This paper concerns the application of the methodology Human Error Risk Management for Engineering Systems (HERMES) for Safety Audit of a large Hospital structure. The objective of this preliminary study was the identification of most relevant areas of intervention for improving safety and reliability of the service in a ward of an Otorhinolaryngology Department. The results have indicated practical ways forward for improving safety standards and exploiting knowledge within the organisations.
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Cacciabue, P.C., Vella, G. (2004). Human Error Risk Management Methodology for Safety Audit of a Large Hospital Structure. In: Spitzer, C., Schmocker, U., Dang, V.N. (eds) Probabilistic Safety Assessment and Management. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-85729-410-4_392
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