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How to Implement a Patient Safety Organization (PSO) for EMS

Learn how PSOs protect safety data, support EMS leaders, and strengthen a culture of safety.

 

In “The Patient Safety Organization and EMS”, we’ll explore the purpose and benefits of Patient Safety Organizations (PSOs) in EMS. PSOs were established as part of a federal initiative to improve patient safety by encouraging reporting and learning from adverse events. This session will provide a detailed overview of the legal protections that PSOs offer to EMS organizations, and how to effectively implement this resource.

By joining a PSO, EMS organizations can protect the confidentiality of safety data and foster a non-punitive environment where incidents can be reported without fear of reprisal. This session will be particularly valuable for those in leadership or administrative roles who are new to PSOs or considering joining a PSO as it covers the benefits of PSO membership, the role of federal protections, and the ways in which PSOs contribute to a safety-centered organizational culture in an EMS organization.

Speaker:
Daniel P. Burke, MBA, NRP
EMS Safety Director
Center for Patient Safety (CPS)

Dates and Time (This webinar is offered on three separate dates. Please select one session when registering.) 

Date: March 11, 2026

Time: 2:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. (ET)

Registration link: Register using the Zoom link. 

Date: July 29, 2026

Time: 2:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. (ET)

Registration link: Register using the Zoom link.

Date: November 16, 2026

Time: 2:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. (ET)

Registration link: Register using the Zoom link.