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Considerations when changing systems - what works?

What works?

Strong Actions
- Simplify or standardise process

Change the architecture eg make changes to the equipment,

Intermediate Actions
- Increase staff or decrease workload
- Checklists, and prompts
Weaker Actions
- Double checks
- Memos, warnings & labels
- Training & further study

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