The Healthcare Human Factors Group (HHFG) works in close partnership with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MoHLTC) and the Ontario Health Technology Assessment Committee (OHTAC) to offer evidence based analyses and recommendations to the Ontario Health System regarding the diffusion and adoption of new technologies. In particular, HHFG analyses current technology-related issues within the context of existing Ontario practices and offers recommendations to improve technology effectiveness and safety. The approach taken in these assessments typically consists of a systematic literature review, field studies (e.g., interviews, site visits, surveys) and, when appropriate and feasible, a comprehensive human factors analysis of the technology itself (e.g., heuristic analysis, usability testing).
PROJECTS
- Computed Tomography Radiation Safety Issues in Ontario
- In-room HEPA Cleaners: Current and Recommended Practices
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging Environment Safety in Ontario
- Smart Medication Delivery Systems
- Order Sets
- Mitigating Risks Associated with Multiple IV Infusions
Smart Medication Delivery Systems Supplementary Report
Date of issue: May 2010
Smart Medication Delivery Systems
Date of issue: June 2009
In-room HEPA cleaners: Guidance document (630 KB)
Date of issue: October, 2007
In-room HEPA cleaners: Current and Recommended Practices (4.23 MB)
Date of issue: October, 2007
Computed Tomography Radiation Safety Issues in Ontario (793 KB)
Date of issue: August, 2006
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Environment Safety in Ontario (1.1 MB)
Date of issue: June, 2006