Get Near Miss Error Log

The Near Miss Error Log is a vital tool for reporting and analyzing near miss incidents in medication dispensing. This guide provides users with a clear and comprehensive approach to filling out the form online, ensuring that all necessary information is accurately recorded.

Follow the steps to complete the Near Miss Error Log effectively.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Near Miss Error Log and open it in your preferred online editor.
2. Fill in the 'Week/Month' section with the relevant date range for reporting the near miss incident.
3. Enter the 'No' field which serves as a unique identifier for this specific report.
4. Record the 'Date' of the incident when it occurred.
5. Indicate the 'Time of day' by selecting from the options provided: M for morning, L for lunch, A for afternoon, or E for evening.
6. Provide the 'Staffing level' by entering the number of each category of staff present, including pharmacists, pre-registration pharmacists, technicians, dispensers, and healthcare assistants.
7. If applicable, fill in the 'Dispensed by' field with the name of the person who dispensed the medication.
8. If applicable, complete the 'Checked by' field with the name of the individual who reviewed the dispensing.
9. Describe the 'Name and brand of drug' involved in the near miss incident.
10. Select the 'Type of near miss' from the options given, ensuring to refer to the codes in Table 1 for accuracy.
11. In the 'Possible causes' field, provide insight into what might have led to the near miss by referencing Table 1 in the Quick Reference Guide.
12. Use the 'Things to consider' section to identify additional factors that may have contributed to the incident, again referring to Table 1.
13. Discuss any 'Potential adverse events' by ticking the box upon completion of the review.
14. Outline any 'Action taken' in response to the incident, including up to eight steps if necessary.

Complete your Near Miss Error Log online today to contribute to safer medication practices.