Scales, definitions, number of items and example items of the Safety Attitudes Questionnaire
| Scale | Definition6 | N items | Example items |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teamwork climate | Perceived quality of collaboration between personnel | 6 | Disagreements in this team are appropriately resolved (ie, not who is right, but what is best for the patient) In this team, it is difficult to speak up if I perceive a problem with patient care (revised item) |
| Job satisfaction | Positivity about the work experience | 5 | I am proud to work in this organisation Working in this organisation is like being part of a large family |
| Perception of management | Approval of managerial action | 4 | I am provided with adequate, timely information about events in this organisation that might affect my work The management of this organisation supports my daily efforts |
| Safety climate | Perceptions of a strong and proactive organisation’s commitment to safety | 7 | I receive appropriate feedback about my performance I am encouraged by my colleagues to report any patient safety concerns I may have |
| Working conditions | Perceived quality of the work environment and logistical support (staffing, equipment, etc.) | 4 | This organisation does a good job of training new personnel All the necessary information for care-related decisions is routinely available to me |
| Stress recognition | Acknowledgement of how performance is influenced by stressors | 4 | When my workload becomes excessive, my performance is impaired I am more likely to make errors in tense or hostile situations |