The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital has introduced a new digital safety framework as part of activities marking the 2026 World Day for Safety and Health at Work.
The initiative was unveiled under the leadership of the hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Professor Chizindu A. Alikor, as part of efforts to strengthen workplace safety and improve healthcare service delivery.
A key feature of the new system is a QR-code-based incident reporting platform that allows staff to quickly report workplace hazards, accidents, and incidents of violence using mobile devices. Hospital management said the innovation replaces the traditional manual reporting process with a real-time, data-driven system aimed at improving prevention, monitoring, and emergency response.
The event also featured the launch of standardized safety signage and a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan designed to improve institutional preparedness and reinforce safety standards across clinical and support departments within the hospital.
Speaking during the programme, Professor Alikor stressed the importance of prioritizing the welfare and safety of healthcare workers, noting that an effective healthcare system depends on a protected and motivated workforce.
He officially unveiled the new safety tools, reaffirming the hospital’s commitment to building a safe, efficient, and patient-focused healthcare environment.
Guest Speaker, Dr. Forman Onoha, praised the Chief Medical Director for introducing digital innovations aimed at tackling both physical and psychosocial workplace risks, describing the initiative as a model for other healthcare institutions in the region.
Goodwill messages were delivered by several stakeholders, including Dr. Alali Dan-Jumbo, Dr. Harold Chris-Biriowu, and Scientist Nicholas Anyie.
Representing the nursing staff, Nurse Obua Eucharia reaffirmed the commitment of healthcare workers to maintaining a safe and hazard-free clinical environment.