Prepare Mixed-method Data Collection Instruments (Step 4)

This chapter builds upon the response system components described in Chapter 4 and the logic model presented in Chapter 7. The stakeholder group that is assembled to guide the evaluation should determine the evaluation questions that are of greatest interest to them. Topical interview guides are typically prepared to guide interviews with professional responders, victims (or their surrogates), public health, safety, and governmental administrators, and non-governmental organization participants. In addition, an autopsy/hospital record abstract form and an ‘observation guide’ are often included in the set of data collection forms. Data collection forms used in past evaluations can be found in Appendix C and may be useful as examples.