Professional Documents
Culture Documents
For All Personnel Based on the Recommended Hospital Staff Core Competencies for Disaster Preparedness
Why Prepare?
To be able to continue delivery of healthcare services during a disaster or emergency situation Responsibility to community and partners Know what to do in advance for your job and at home
RED BLUE PINK BLACK ORANGE GREY WHITE YELLOW GREEN BROWN
Fire Cardiac / Respiratory Arrest Infant / Child Abduction Bomb Hazmat / Bioterrorism Violence / Security Alert Hostage Lockdown Mass Casualty / Disaster Severe Weather
Isolate
Notify
Recognize
Does it belong?
Avoid
What Do I Stay Away From?
Dont become a victim
Dont rush in
The 4 Donts
Dont TEST (Taste, Eat, Smell, Touch) Dont assume anything
Isolate
Notify
Remember RAIN!
RAIN! Example #1
Recognize: Suspicious Package Avoid: Do not touch object Isolate: Contain the area & keep others away from hazard area Notify: Call for help
RAIN! Example #2
Recognize: Chemical Spill Avoid: Do not touch, taste, or smell Isolate: Contain the scene & keep others away from hazard area Notify: Call for help
Phones
Computers
Employee Information
How will I know when to come to work? Television announcements Radio announcements Employee Hotline Community Information Line
Personal Preparedness
Family Preparedness Supply Kits Pet Supply Kits Evacuate Shelter In Place
Review Questions
Where are the Emergency Codes posted? Where is the disaster plan located? RAIN! What does it stand for? How do you report an emergency / disaster? What is your role in an emergency / disaster? What is another way to communicate if computers and phones are not working? What is your personal / family disaster plan?