| Check | Reponsibility |
|---|
| Confirm the patient's identity with the patient, all notes,
and wrist band. |
Operating Surgeon, or the nominated deputy who will be present in theatre,
during the procedure. |
| Verify correct surgical site against documentation and imaging. |
Operating Surgeon, or the nominated deputy who will be present in theatre,
during the procedure. |
| Mark the surgical site with an arrow, using an indelible pen. |
Operating Surgeon, or the nominated deputy who will be present in theatre,
during the procedure. |
| Before leaving the ward or day care centre, the mark is
inspected and confirmed against supporting documentation. |
Ward or day care staff. |
| Any imaging data should accompany the patient, or such imaging should be
available in the theatre suite. |
Ward or day care staff. |
| In the Anaesthetic room, and prior to Anaesthesia, the mark is verified
against the patient's supporting documentation. |
Operating Surgeon, or a senior member of the team. |
| Ensure imaging details are available in theatre. |
Operating Surgeon, or a senior member of the team. |
| Ensure any relevant implants are available. |
Operating Surgeon, or a senior member of the team. |
| The complete team pause to verbally confirm the correct patient,
site, and procedure. |
Theatre staff directly involved in the procedure. |