Restorative Just Culture in Practice: Implementation and Evaluation

This book provides a practical guide to implementing and evaluating restorative practices and creating a sustainable just, restorative culture. It offers perspectives from leaders, theorists, regulators, employees, and patient representatives and addresses the need for a more holistic and effective approach to safety-critical practice.
A restorative just culture is a core aspiration for many organizations in healthcare and elsewhere. This book offers a practical guide to implementing and evaluating restorative practices and creating a sustainable just, restorative culture. It provides perspectives from leaders, theorists, regulators, employees, and patient representatives and addresses the need for a more holistic and effective approach to safety-critical practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 16 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

A restorative just culture has emerged as a central goal for numerous organizations in healthcare and beyond. While there may still be conceptual debates surrounding the concept of 'just culture,' the evidence supporting and advocating for restorative practices has been steadily expanding, attracting global attention. In the aftermath of an incident, restorative practices delve into identifying the individuals affected, understanding their specific needs, and determining the responsibilities of those responsible for addressing those needs. These practices strive to involve members of the entire community in the process of resolving and repairing harm.

This comprehensive book is designed to provide valuable insights and practical guidance to organization leaders and stakeholders who are embarking on implementing and evaluating restorative practices. It offers a diverse range of perspectives from leaders, theorists, regulators, employees, and patient representatives. To the best of our knowledge, there is currently no single book available that serves as a comprehensive guide for implementing and evaluating a just and learning culture, as well as restorative practices. This book aims to bridge this gap.

Within its pages, readers will find an overview of restorative just culture principles and practices, a balanced treatment of various implementations and evaluations of just culture and restorative processes, a guide for leaders on what actions to take to enhance and improve their organizations, and a thoughtful exploration of philosophical and historical traditions that underpin just culture and restorative approaches.

The interest in 'just culture' has been steadily growing not only in healthcare but also in other safety-critical fields. This reflects a growing recognition of the importance of creating a culture that values safety, accountability, and learning from incidents to prevent future occurrences. By embracing restorative just culture principles and practices, organizations can foster a sense of trust, respect, and resilience among their stakeholders, ultimately improving patient outcomes and organizational performance.

In conclusion, this book offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in advancing the implementation and evaluation of restorative practices and creating a sustainable just, restorative culture. It provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary perspective, drawing on the expertise of a diverse range of individuals and organizations. By embracing the principles and practices outlined in this book, organizations can strive towards a safer, more accountable, and learning-oriented environment that prioritizes the well-being of all individuals involved.

Weight: 568g
Dimension: 178 x 253 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367754617