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Introduction: The participative observation tool, Workplace Culture Critical Analysis Tool Revised, (WCCATR), is based on the theoretical framework of person-centred practice. Utilising a participatory process, the tool is used to support transformations towards a person-centred workplace culture. The WCCATR was translated and culturally adapted into German by a Swiss research group. Additionally, it was further adapted by experts from Austria, Germany and Switzerland. To date, the adapted tool has not yet been used in practice. Aim: A research group from nursing departments in two German-speaking hospitals planned to integrate the observation tool into their practice development activities. The goal of the project was to systematically and critically reflect on experiences regarding the application of the WACCTR, while taking the contextual circumstances into consideration. Also, recommendations for use of the WCCATR for German-speaking practitioners were formulated. Methods: In the development of the recommendations, our approach was based upon action research and practice development methodology. During the observations and communication with the observed teams, we followed the instructions of the authors of the WCCATR. The observers' observational experience was written down using Gibbs reflection model and reflected upon in the research group. Conceptual Mapping method was used to analyse data and develop recommendations for action. Results: Four observations were conducted at the two hospitals, using one research member per hospital. Our results show how important it is to be well prepared as an observer, but also to be in dialogue with the teams to be observed. Recommendations for this and further additions to the existing recommendations were formulated. The main challenge is to enable the observed practitioners to participate to the entire process.