In 2021-22, we saw an increase in sentinel events related to patient deterioration, particularly in children and young people. In response, we proactively brought together more than 100 health care leaders, clinicians, patients, and families to consider how we might improve the safety and quality of care for children accessing emergency healthcare in Victoria.
This resulted in three key recommended actions:
We have progressed Phase 2 of the Ligature safety Initiative, building on the strong foundations of Phase 1 ‘Improving safety for consumers at risk of harm of ligature’, to reduce environmental ligature point risks in mental health and wellbeing settings through a consistent, evidence-based approach.
On 22 July 2025, the Check Again Network hosted its second Collaboration Day, bringing together teams from 18 health services across Victoria. The event was a powerful demonstration of shared learning, innovation, and collective commitment to improving penicillin allergy assessment and delabelling practices.
The objectives of the day were to:
August 2025
This clinical conversation provides a practical guide to implementation of the refined ViCTOR chart. The session is for health service executives, clinicians, and quality officers from across Victoria.
We are excited to launch Victoria’s first Quality and Safety Capability Framework.
Delivering timely stroke care can mean the difference between lifelong disability and a full recovery.
The handbook is an essential starting point for all services. This handbook is designed to assist with the implementation of Safewards in your service. It contains: