Emergency Management
A thorough analysis can help to define mission-essential services and strategies to keep them running
A rundown of key regulations and factors to build a solid continuity of operations plan
Several tools and websites exist to help hospitals develop emergency preparedness plans
Developing operational processes for each facility requires staff partnership and critical communication
Questions to answer when developing an evacuation plan
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality has published advice on evacuation planning
Plus: NFPA standards open for public comment, CDC issues Ebola preparedness reminder
Changes to the rule touch on infectious disease and emergency standby power systems
ASHE seeks members to engage in project that will help protect hospitals' emergency power systems during disaster
CMS seeks to reduce unnecessary burden related to emergency preparedness