Patient Transport Safety Checklist
Comprehensive patient transport safety verification including pre-transport assessment, equipment verification, and communication protocols.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Every patient transport
- Estimated Time: 5-10 minutes
- Role: Transport/Clinical Staff
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: Joint Commission PC Standards, Hospital Transport Policy, AACN Transport Guidelines
Pre-Transport Assessment
Patient readiness
- Patient stable for transport?
- Vital signs acceptable?
- Airway secure?
- IV lines and drains secured?
Equipment Verification
Transport equipment
- Adequate oxygen supply?
- Transport monitor charged?
- Emergency medications available?
- Ambu bag available?
Communication
Handoff and notification
- Receiving unit notified?
- Report given to receiving staff?
- Documentation transferred?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
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Why Use This Patient Transport Safety Checklist?
This patient transport safety checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for transport/clinical staff professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: every patient transport.
Ensures compliance with Joint Commission PC Standards, Hospital Transport Policy, AACN Transport Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Patient Transport Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 7 sections: Pre-Transport Assessment, Equipment Verification, Communication, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed every patient transport. Each completion takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
Who should use this Patient Transport Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Transport/Clinical Staff professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.