Uses

THERE ARE MANY WAYS YOU CAN USE THE WARNING ALERTS IN YOUR FACILITY. EACH USE HAS ITS OWN BENEFIT. BUT DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT. READ WHAT YOUR PEERS ARE SAYING.

“We distribute the alerts to the departments that may utilize the products and equipment that are outlined in the recall alerts. We have subscribed to the National Recall Alert Center Warning Alerts for several years. We find them useful in providing a single source of important recall notice information.” L.D.-Assistant Administrator-G.T.R.M.C.

“On occasion, a product frequently used by our staff and physicians may appear in the alerts. We use the attached form to notify our staff of product conditions.” D.F.-Director of Purchasing-E.H.

“The recall alert format facilitates forwarding of the information to the concerned departments in the hospital. Keep up the good work.” R.G.-Director of Purchasing - S.F.H.

“Your information is distributed to various facility departments for appropriate action, and is also discussed in our safety committee meetings.” J.K. - Assistant Administrator-Recall Coordinator - B.P.C.

“Your information is used by our pharmacy and safety department and reported to our risk management committee.”

"It is paramount that one check and double check to ensure nothing (recalls) are missed.” B.K.-Quality Assurance Director-W.M.H.

“Your warning alerts are sent to each department when they arrive which enables us to pull the products immediately to prevent potential danger to our patients. These alerts are reviewed at safety/risk management meetings monthly. Thanks again for a well done document that can be easily used.” D.A.-Administrative Director-H.H.

“Membership in the National Recall Alert Center has provided my facility the opportunity for a structured and organized system for removing any items that have been recalled. My department managers are kept current on any recalls or alerts by our continued membership. Attached is a copy of the format that I developed for use with the recall letters.” J.W.-Director Quality Review - F.C.H.

“Your recalls are passed through all nursing levels. Recalled items have been found through this process before the company (manufacturer) has notified our facility. This is a plus that a problem can be identified as soon as possible for the safety of our patients and staff.” W.B. - Director Facility Services - M.S.J.H.

"The daily monitoring of all supplies and equipment that are used within this hospital would be a full-time job. With the use of the alerts from National Recall Alert Center, we are able to have all departments check every item that could possibly be a problem and within minutes. The time saved by using the center is tremendous - and is dependable enough that other programs are not required. Time is money - and you have definitely saved us a lot! Again, thank you for your effective and efficient recall alerts." J.T. -Director, Support Services - U.S.P.H.S.

“As a long time member of the National Recall Alert Center Network, I continue to find your publication most helpful in tracking product recalls and providing information to the many users within our medical center. We routinely use your report as part of our product recall surveillance efforts by copying appropriate notices to specific department heads. Your reports are most helpful because they show the distribution of the product by state.” J.P. - Director, Materials Management-A.B.M.C.

"The National Recall Alert Center has made follow-up on recalled medical products a routine procedure. The timely, clear and concise data is readily disseminated to using departments for corrective action.” E.L. - Safety Director - S.W.M.H.

“I send copies to appropriate departments of each issue to avoid use of any chemical or pharmaceutical agents which may have the potential for an adverse effect." D.A.K. - Services Administrator - C.M.C.H.

“The information provided by National Recall Alert Center is reviewed by several departments within the facility, and may be shared with other agencies where appropriate." J.B. - Director of Nursing - W.G.H.

“Each week when I receive the recall notices, I view each item and designate the using department, make copies of the report and forward to each department. I have been requested by both our engineering and our pharmacy departments to forward copies of the entire report.” G.T. - Purchasing Agent - S.H.

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