The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) has published a series of tips for facilities preparing for and responding to emergency situations. The tips include:
JCAHO offers emergency management suggestions
January 1, 2006
JCAHO offers emergency management suggestions
The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) has published a series of tips for facilities preparing for and responding to emergency situations. The tips include:
- how to conduct an emergency management drill that stresses an organization’s systems and facilities;
- guidelines for staging effective drills, including planning for surge capacity, staffing considerations such as shift changes, security issues such as crowd control, communications, and how to evaluate the drill;
- tips for communitywide emergency planning from a facility management perspective;
- how to protect and prepare first receivers during a mass casualty incident;
- tips to address emergency management and ensure the continued provision of safe, quality care and services during a disaster;
- a checklist to ensure organizations cover the key aspects of emergency management planning;
- a step-by-step guide for small, rural, and suburban communities to prepare for and successfully respond to major local and regional emergencies.
To download a free copy, go to www.jcrinc.com. In the "search" box, type "Emergency Management Tips." Then, scroll down and click on "Free Emergency Management Tips Now Available Online!"