Disasters can Paralyze a Facility and Block Critical Resources Hospitals Face Many Types of Disaster What Is NIMS National Incident Management System A federally mandated system for ID: 371983
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Emergency Preparedness
Disasters can Paralyze a Facility and Block Critical ResourcesHospitals Face Many Types of Disaster…Slide2
What Is NIMS?
(National Incident Management System) A federally mandated system for emergency and disaster situationsImplements a ICS (Incident Command System)
Organizational Core for Emergency Response Plan
Standardized Job Descriptions & Checklists and Supporting FormsCommon LanguageSlide3
Five Major Management FunctionsSlide4
Five Major Management Functions
Each assignment has a defined written role.Best if person assigned to a role has some familiarity to the role, but instructions are explicit enough that anyone can function in any role.One person may assume multiple roles depending on situation and available staff.Slide5
For any type of situation/disaster that could compromise the function of the facility such as:
Major Weather events
Major trauma events (Code Yellow; Code Orange)
When should NIMS be implemented? Slide6
What is your Responsibility?
Familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures of all facilities where you have clinical experience. Mistakes can be made when agencies fail to follow the plan.Your resource person during an emergency situation will be your faculty/instructor.Always wear your ID badge.Slide7
PREVENTION OF VIOLENCE IN THE WORK PLACESlide8
Each week in the United States -
an average of 20 workers are murdered at their jobs and 18,000 are assaulted.* *National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health 1996.07.08 Slide9
Homicide is the second leading cause of occupational injury and death
in the United States.* *National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health 1996.07.08 Slide10
Employees need and deserve
a secure and safe work environment. Slide11
OSHA Rules
In 1970, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) mandated that employers must assure a safe and healthful working area for every man and woman. Slide12
A Workplace Violence Prevention Program can help keep the workplace safe.
Program contains the following information: » risk factors
» how to prevent violence;
» what to do if someone becomes violent; and,»
incident follow-up. Slide13
RISK FACTORS
Situations that may lead to assaults/violence in the workplace. » long waiting times or long lines» death of a family member »
job layoffs» insensitive terminations
» job stress» strict/rigid leadership
» drug and alcohol abuseSlide14
Recognize and Report Risk Factors and High Risk Situations
to your supervisor PROMPTLY. Slide15
PRE-VIOLENCE
Recognize Actions That May Precede ViolenceSome people behave in a certain way before an act of violence.It is necessary for these actions to be recognized.Slide16
Lateness
AbsenteeismLittle interest in personal appearance
Violations of the rules and regulations“Bullying" behavior
Tense postureRapid breathing
Actions That May Come
Before
Violence:Slide17
Extreme or unusual behavior
Aggressive behavior (ready to fight)Arguing with supervisorsThreats of harmBringing a weapon to the workplaceSlide18
Workplace violence is a growing problem.
If you feel anyone is acting in a way that may lead to violence report it to your supervisor or boss right away. Slide19
PREVENTION
Preventing violence is one way to keep a safe and secure workplace.There are a number of ways to help avoid violence in the workplace. Slide20
To Prevent Violence:
Be friendly have respect for everyone Don’t embarrass anyoneAllow people to verbalize and listen to them
Pleasantly ask the person what they wantGive frequent updates if long waits for customers or patients
Speak calmly and softlyDon’t leave potential weapons within reach, for example syringes or scissorsSlide21
ACTIONS TO TAKE IF SOMEONE BECOMES VIOLENT
Call the emergency number identified by your organization and report location and type of codeActivate your organization alarm system (panic button, code button etc.) Stay an arms-length away from the violent person
Stay near an exit so you can escape if you have to
Don’t try to subdue him/herKeep others away from the immediate
areaSlide22
Follow-up After a Violent Incident
It is important to report every potential or actual violent act to your supervisor and follow the proper incident reporting procedure. Slide23
Information to include in a violence report:
Who was involved?(names and addresses of all people involved)
Where did the incident take place?(Describe the exact location of the incident)
What exactly happened?(Be objective, accurate, factual and as detailed as possible)
How was the situation resolved or prevented?
(Was the problem solved without violence? How was an incident prevented? Did anyone receive injuries?)Slide24
If you are involved in a violent incident:
If needed, it is important for you to seek counseling after being involved in a violent situation.
Another suggestion for assistance is joining a Peer Support Group.
Or seek comfort in family and friendsSlide25
ASSULTS IN THE WORKPLACE
It is estimated that 1 million workers are assaulted annually in the workplace in the United States*Most of these assaults occur in service settings such as hospitals, nursing homes and social service agencies. * National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health 1996.07.08 Slide26
Stop Assaults in the Workplace
The best way to stop these assaults is through prevention.