Use of SHOT Resources
The SHOT database and the data, documents and resources derived from it are the property of SHOT and have SHOT copyright. They must therefore NOT BE MODIFIED without permission.
Why is permission needed from SHOT to use the SHOT data, documents and resources?
SHOT needs to keep a track of where the data is being used, to ensure it is appropriate and accurate.
There have been examples where people have altered and circulated SHOT figures, data and other resources, to the extent that they may be inaccurate while still carrying the SHOT logo.
There have been examples where people have used data published in the report to produce derivative analysis of specialist areas of transfusion, without access to the raw data and the expertise of the SHOT chapter-writers.
It is also very helpful to keep a register of where and how more formal educational activity is taking place.
Which data, documents and resources require permission for use?
If SHOT data, documents abd resources, or charts and figures from those data, documents and resources, are being used in local training presentations then it is acceptable to use them without asking formal permission.
If SHOT material is being used for papers, in book chapters, or for wider circulation then formal permission must be obtained for the SHOT Medical Director.
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