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. 2017 Aug 10;9(3):296–307. doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2017.07.010

Table 4.

The content validity index and content validity ratio in the primary instrument

No. Items I-CVI CVR Judgments mean Accept/reject
1 If a change associated with the job occurs in the procedure, I am timely and well aware of them. 1 0.78 1.89 A
2 To do any change in instructions and to modify the current procedures in my workplace, there are certain processes of which all are aware. 1 1 2 A
3 All employees follow the procedures related to changing the instructions and work processes in my workplace. 1 0.78 1.89 A
4 Any change in the processes and procedures is well documented (both electronically and on paper) in my workplace. 1 1 2 A
5 Temporary changes, like permanent changes, are well publicized. 0.89 0.56 1.78 A
6 A risk assessment is performed after any change in the processes. 0.78 0.78 1.89 A
7 Guidelines and procedures associated with work processes will be reviewed in appropriate intervals. 0.67 0.33 1.44 R
8 I believe the management of change was performed in my workplace as well. 0.44 0.11 1.33 R
9 Discussing the risks in the organization or workplace where I work is very important. 0.89 0.56 1.78 A
10 Feedbacks obtained from accident investigations were used to implement corrective measures in the organization where I work. 1 1 2 A
11 Risk assessment was performed through systemic methods in my workplace. 1 1 2 A
12 All staff are aware of the risks they are facing. 1 0.78 1.89 A
13 Accidents that happen in my workplace are analyzed. 1 1 2 A
14 Detailed analysis of defects and failures and putting them at the disposal of other staff brings about learning from them and their prevention. 1 0.78 1.89 A
15 Risk assessments related to my work in the specified period will be revised. 0.89 0.78 1.89 A
16 Control and corrective measures are performed in relation to the risks and hazards of my work. 1 1 2 A
17 If I have concerns about safety and my work, I can talk with my supervisor. 1 0.78 1.89 A
18 My superior director tolerates to hear any news, especially bad news. 0.78 0.56 1.78 A
19 Staff can affect the decisions of their superiors in my workplace. 0.67 -0.11 1.44 R
20 If the staff has concerns regarding the safety of their work, they can make it stop. 0.89 0.78 1.89 A
21 In my workplace, staff from different departments and levels takes part in safety/resilience meetings. 0.89 0.56 1.78 A
22 The spirit of teamwork “is completely tangible” in my workplace. 1 0.78 1.89 A
23 Top management pays attention to safety at all times, and not just after the accident. 1 1 2 A
24 The employees always do their jobs safely, even when they are not monitored. 1 1 2 A
25 Suggestions made by the employees on safety/resilience are examined and they are welcome. 1 1 2 A
26 If necessary, the staff can easily meet senior executives. 0.67 0.11 1.44 R
27 Decisions about the work and safety issues in which I am working are participatory. 0.89 0.56 1.78 A
28 My supervisor talks about safety and related matters with me. 1 1 2 A
29 I can report near misses without concern and fear. 1 1 2 A
30 Incidents that occur in the company have always been reported. 1 1 2 A
31 The staff who report a problem of safety/resilience or offer a mechanism to improve safety are encouraged. 1 1 2 A
32 In my workplace, the staff share their experiences with their colleagues. 1 0.78 1.89 A
33 My superior manager appreciates my work. 1 0.78 1.89 A
34 Safety is always the first priority and invaluable for top management in my workplace. 1 1 2 A
35 When the safety/resilience is in danger, the operator can stop production and the staff should be encouraged to do so. 1 1 2 A
36 My supervisor provides enough resources and facilities to maintain and upgrade safety/resilience. 1 1 2 A
37 My supervisor is always aware of organizational, human and technological risks of my workplace. 1 0.56 1.78 A
38 I receive constructive feedbacks regarding work safety/resilience from my superior manager. 1 0.78 1.89 A
39 The appreciation that the superior manager shows for my work is completely visible. 0.67 –0.11 1.44 R
40 Managers and supervisors are committed to what other people are advised to adhere on safety issues. 1 0.78 1.89 A
41 I have to do my job even with little information about it. 0.89 0.56 1.67 A
42 The organization where I work has the facilities and procedures for responding to unpredictable and unexpected changes and disruptions. 1 1 2 A
43 In the emergency condition and rapid response, it is easy to follow the procedures. 1 0.78 1.89 A
44 In case I face a problem so that I have to sacrifice safety/resilience or production, I prefer to select safety/resilience for keeping the system. 1 1 2 A
45 In a major emergency condition for important decision making (such as stopping production), permission from my supervisor is necessary. 1 0.78 1.89 A
46 The organization where I work has the ability to adapt to stressful situations caused by internal and external pressures. 1 0.56 1.78 A
47 If the system collapses, it has the ability to recover and return quickly to a stable state. 0.89 0.78 1.89 A
48 There are good safe ways to do my job that I'm aware of. 1 1 2 A
49 RSC and rules governing my organization are appropriate and they can be used in the future. 1 0.78 1.89 A
50 In the organization where I work, the issues related to safety and resilience are regularly discussed at top management level, not the case, and only after a catastrophic accident. 1 0.78 1.89 A
51 In the organization where I work, holding group meetings in the areas of safety/resilience is the perfect solution to expect potential problems in the future. 1 1 2 A
52 After accidents, the first priority of management is to find and correct faulty barriers, not to search for scapegoats to blame. 0.89 0.56 1.78 A
53 Accountabilities and responsibilities of individuals for safety/resilience are clearly defined and understood. 1 0.78 1.89 A
54 In the organization where I work, safety/resilience performance is a part of the staff evaluation system. 1 0.78 1.89 A
55 Administrative paperwork influences my workplace's safety/resilience. 0.56 –0.56 1.22 R
56 Information about the flaws and shortcomings of the system must be reported to the competent people of the organization. 1 0.56 1.78 A
57 In the system in which I work, training courses are proper for promoting safe behaviors. 1 0.78 1.89 A
58 In the organization where I work, retraining courses are conducted regularly and at the appointed times. 1 1 2 A
59 In the system in which I work, I have received the necessary training to do the job properly and safely. 1 1 2 A
60 In the organization where I work, the results of investigating incidents and accidents are used to develop training programs. 1 1 2 A
61 Experienced staff also need health and safety training. 1 0.78 1.89 A
62 Procedures and manuals have been updated and are suitable for performing tasks safely. 1 0.78 1.89 A
63 My colleagues and I have skills needed to perform our functions at work. 1 0.56 1.78 A
64 When faced with challenges at work, I have full confidence in dealing with them. 1 0.78 1.89 A
65 My colleagues and I know procedures and safety issues related to our work. 0.56 0.11 1.44 R
66 I can devise a way to learn a lesson from the current defects in my workplace. 1 0.78 1.89 A
Mean 0.97 0.83

CVR, content validity ratio; I-CVI, item's content validity index.