Risk Management Success
Risk Management Programs: Maintaining Success John Smith
HLT-308V-O101
July 10th 2014
Prof. Morgan
Risk Management Programs: Maintaining Success The paper is intended to inform the reader of the steps that a risk management program should take in order to ensure that safety and security are upheld. The security and protection of information is more difficult than ever before due to the expanse of technology that is used in the world. Information can be hacked in to and utilized for fraudulent purposes. Personal information of random populations is sought by convicted felons and illegal organizations for the purpose of identity theft and financial gain. The recent inception of identity theft pays tribute to the realization that modern technology truly presents higher risk in terms of security breaches. Alongside the need for security of information is the protection of safety of both staff and patients alike. This aspect of risk management holds a great amount of weight in terms of evaluating the success of a program, as adverse events can cost an organization their accreditation and often times their funding and viability can be negatively affected. The overall goal for this piece is to discuss risk managements involvement in the handling of infectious waste and the protection of private health information by assessing the role of a risk manager, the objectives set forth for a risk management team, and by reviewing the training provided to employees.
Handling of Infectious Waste
Safety hazards in the workplace are of concern to a risk management team, and policies and procedures are set in place to limit the volume and frequency of incidents. Recurring issues can be detrimental to a facility’s image to the public, to their funding and affiliation with other organizations. Among the possible hazards that are targeted by a risk management team is proper handling of infectious waste and soiled items. Hazardous waste found within a hospital that is not
HLT-308V-O101
July 10th 2014
Prof. Morgan
Risk Management Programs: Maintaining Success The paper is intended to inform the reader of the steps that a risk management program should take in order to ensure that safety and security are upheld. The security and protection of information is more difficult than ever before due to the expanse of technology that is used in the world. Information can be hacked in to and utilized for fraudulent purposes. Personal information of random populations is sought by convicted felons and illegal organizations for the purpose of identity theft and financial gain. The recent inception of identity theft pays tribute to the realization that modern technology truly presents higher risk in terms of security breaches. Alongside the need for security of information is the protection of safety of both staff and patients alike. This aspect of risk management holds a great amount of weight in terms of evaluating the success of a program, as adverse events can cost an organization their accreditation and often times their funding and viability can be negatively affected. The overall goal for this piece is to discuss risk managements involvement in the handling of infectious waste and the protection of private health information by assessing the role of a risk manager, the objectives set forth for a risk management team, and by reviewing the training provided to employees.
Handling of Infectious Waste
Safety hazards in the workplace are of concern to a risk management team, and policies and procedures are set in place to limit the volume and frequency of incidents. Recurring issues can be detrimental to a facility’s image to the public, to their funding and affiliation with other organizations. Among the possible hazards that are targeted by a risk management team is proper handling of infectious waste and soiled items. Hazardous waste found within a hospital that is not
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