Emergency Management Best Practices for Healthcare in Los Angeles - 2013 Introduction
This introduction by Christopher Riccardi outlines best practices in emergency management for healthcare within Los Angeles. It discusses the framework developed since 2005, the importance of Joint Commission and CDPH surveys, and the role of the Los Angeles County Disaster Healthcare Coalition. Key elements include emergency operations planning, resource assessment, and stakeholder communication. The document emphasizes the need for adherence to established standards and effective leadership in ensuring preparedness and safety across small hospitals and healthcare systems.
Emergency Management Best Practices for Healthcare in Los Angeles - 2013 Introduction
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Emergency Management CSHE Los Angeles Chapter 2013 Annual
Introduction • Christopher Riccardi, CHSP,CHEP, CHCM-SEC • Disaster Preparedness since 2005 • 6 Joint Commission Surveys • Two hospitals • 13 CDPH Surveys • Best Practice Designation • Los Angeles County Disaster Healthcare Coalition Representative • Small Hospitals • Hospital Association of Southern California • HDMT Trainer • Safety and Security Committee member • California Hospital Association • 2013 Disaster Preparedness Conference Planning Committee • 2013 Disaster Prep Conf Presenter
Basics • EM Became Separate Chapter from EC in 2010 • 12 Standards • 122 Elements of Performance (EPs) • 16 Require Documentation • 3 Direct Impact Potential • LD, MS, IC and HR Chapter Cross-Over • 8 EPs Related to Utility Management Plan
6 Critical Elements • Communications • Resources and Assets • Safety and Security • Staff Roles/Responsibilities • Utilities • Patient and Clinical Support Activities
Elements of Performance (EPs) • Emergency Operations Plan • Dynamic Document • Communications • Response Procedures • Utilities Failure Matrix • Electrical • H20 (Consumption/Equipment/Sanitation) • Fuel • Med Gases • Essentials • Elevators, HVAC, Sterilization • Emergency Resources • Resources/Capabilities At A Glance
Future Focus • Requirements for EM Oversight • Heavy Focus on Leadership • Joint Commission Perspectives 7/2013, Vol 33 • Effective January 1, 2014 • “A” Standards (Performance MUST Be 100%) • LD.04.01.05 • EM.03.01.01 • EM.03.01.03 • LD.04.01.01
Best Practice • HVA • Kaiser Model • Org.+ Community Stakeholders Prioritize • Inventory of Resources/Assets • Updated Annually • EOP • Reviewed Annually • Communicate (in writing) to LIPs • Appointment and Reappointment Signature • Bylaws (MS) • Must Include LIPs and SUVs
Tools • Kaiser HVA Model • Functional Inventory with Expiration Dates • EOP • Emergency Resources At A Glance • Disaster Volunteer Toolkit (PIH, Henry Mayo, PLCM) • Communications to LIPs (PLCM) • Bylaws (PLCM et al)
Contact Information Chris Riccardi christopher.riccardi@providence.org 310-303-5551