Define each measure
Distinguish incidents, people affected, reports received and repeated reports about the same event. Specify the time period and coverage. If comparing departments, consider differences in activity and reporting practice. Do not mix a lifetime survey percentage with a monthly incident count or present an unverified submission as a confirmed assault.
Include measures the team can act on
Alongside incident themes, track overdue corrective actions, missing induction and untested response arrangements. State what each measure is intended to improve. A rising report count may reflect easier reporting, so explain important changes in the process. Avoid simplistic performance targets that reward departments for recording fewer concerns.
Protect identities
Use aggregate information for general review and limit detailed records to authorised users. Small groups or unusual events may remain identifiable even without names. Decide what can safely be published and what should stay private. End the dashboard with the decisions required, so the committee can move from numbers to accountable improvements.
Further reading
- 2024/25 statistics · Crime Survey for England and Wales ↗UK Health and Safety Executive · Source checked 2026-09-10
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