Public Information Update internet, intranet, and social media with hospital status and alteration in services. Officer Monitor media outlets for updates on the incident and possible impacts on the hospital. Communicate the information via regular briefings to Section Chiefs and the Incident Commander. Notify community partners in accordance with local policies and procedures (e.g., consider local Emergency Operations Center, other area hospitals, local emergency medical services, and healthcare coalition coordinator), to determine incident details, community status, estimates of casualties, and establish contacts for requesting supplies, equipment, or personnel not available in the Liaison Officer hospital. Obtain the most current and projected weather information from local sources. Communicate with other hospitals to determine situation status, ability to accept patients if transfer, hospital abandonment, or evacuation is ordered. Advise the Infrastructure Branch regarding hospital hardening and protective measures. Recommend safe areas for immediate Safety Officer to protect life. Monitor the safe shelter-in-place of patients, staff, and visitors. Immediate Response (0 2 hours) – Section Branch/Unit Time Action Initials Discontinue nonessential services. Determine if personnel and resources are available Section Chief to successfully complete the Incident Action Plan. If not, contact Logistics to request additional personnel or resources. Operations Move patients, staff, and visitors away from windows, skylights, and exterior walls. Medical Care Branch Director Assess patients for risk and to prioritize care and resources as appropriate.
Public Information Officer Update internet, intranet, and social media with hospital status and alteration in services. Monitor media outlets for updates on the incident and possible impacts on the hospital. Communicate the information via regular briefings to Section Chiefs and the Incident Commander. Liaison Officer Notify community partners in accordance with local policies and procedures (e.g., consider local Emergency Operations Center, other area hospitals, local emergency medical services, and healthcare coalition coordinator), to determine incident details, community status, estimates of casualties, and establish contacts for requesting supplies, equipment, or personnel not available in the hospital. Obtain the most current and projected weather information from local sources. Communicate with other hospitals to determine situation status, ability to accept patients if transfer, hospital abandonment, or evacuation is ordered. Safety Officer Advise the Infrastructure Branch regarding hospital hardening and protective measures. Recommend safe areas for immediate to protect life. Monitor the safe shelter-in-place of patients, staff, and visitors. Immediate Response (0 – 2 hours) Section Branch/Unit Time Action Initials Operations Section Chief Discontinue nonessential services. Determine if personnel and resources are available to successfully complete the Incident Action Plan. If not, contact Logistics to request additional personnel or resources. Medical Care Branch Director Move patients, staff, and visitors away from windows, skylights, and exterior walls. Assess patients for risk and to prioritize care and resources as appropriate.
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