Emergency Operations Flashcards
Steps to reach effective communication
Expand communication procedures during an emergency; do not radically overhaul
Document communication protocols and channels
Identify and document which agencies will provide emergency information
Reach out to local first responders
Stay up to date on changes in official procedure
Capture the efficiency of plan metrics and evaluate
Steps to take toward meeting effective management of resources
Identify supplies that will be needed at the beginning of a crisis and for actions such as an evacuation
Determine how everyday supplies will be replenished if a disaster cuts off outside support
Consider asking existing vendors to insert a “surge clause” in supply contracts in case of emergency
Document procedures for conserving resources and assets
Evaluate current resource needs and external demands periodically
Steps to take towards safety and security
Provide for disposal, decontamination, and isolation
Determine facility capabilities in case a lockdown is needed
Control and/or minimize points of access to the facility
Prioritize routes of internal traffic
Establish evacuation routes for different types of emergencies
Arrange for law enforcement to maintain order around the facility
Steps to take to increase staff responsibility
Evaluate what staffing needs (and needs of staff) will be during an emergency
Develop a plan for meeting emergent psychological needs of staff
Determine how staff will be called in if telecommunications are down
Consider revising sick leave and vacation policies during a disaster
Implement a dynamic, scalable tracking system for on-site staff
Reevaluate and reorganize roles and responsibilities as needed
Steps to take to facilitate continuous use of utilities
Identify the essential utilities the organization requires for operation (e.g., internet service)
Investigate the potential disruptions essential utilities face in the region
Obtain backup generators and water reservoir tanks
Stock extra fuel and repair parts for generators and other essential equipment
Contact outside sources for support in providing utilities
Decide when to stop accepting patients or evacuate
Steps to continue meeting clinical needs
Determine the clinical activities that must be maintained for the organization
Identify what additional areas of support will be needed in a crisis
Consult with clinical staff to formulate a scalable triage system
Establish a backup plan for providing critical support services such as sanitation and mortuary
Evaluate performance and make changes to the EOP as needed
