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Hospital Operations

Plan the hospital's inclement weather strategy with accurate weather forecast and effectively communicate emergency protocol, avoid mistakenly canceling elective appointments, and reduce financial burden of hospitalizations.

Each last minute surgery cancellation can cost hospitals up to $8,000.

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severity - 3 sever

Cancel Non-Emergency Appointments: Storm Risk

Cancel any non emergency appointments due to dangerous conditions. Ensure that the hospital is prepared only for emergency operations and that anyone who does not need to be in the hospital can stay safe in their own shelter.

emergencyrisksafety operations

severity - 4 extreme

Prepare Evacuation Routes: Flood Risk

Ensure that all hospital evacuation routes are properly marked and visible in the event of a flood risk. Flash flooding is possible.

emergencyfloods

severity - 3 sever

Increase ER Staff: Unhealthy Air Quality

Unhealthy air quality outside can pose health risks for all populations. Ensure there is enough staff in the ER to manage increased demand.

air qualityemergencyemployees

severity - 3 sever

Close Physician Partner Facilities: Power Outage Risk

Keep partner facilities closed in order to save generator for hospital operations.

emergencypower

severity - 4 extreme

Clear Grounds and Rooftops: Extreme Winds

Ensure that the hospital grounds and rooftops are secure and that no loose objects or equipment are left out during wind event.

damagewinds

severity - 3 sever

Patrol Hospital: Stormy Conditions

Designate a trained official to check roof to ensure there are no leaks causing internal physical damage or pipe breakage.

emergencywinds

severity - 3 sever

Set Up Hydration Stations: Extreme Heat

Avoid dehydration issues by making drinking water easily accessible throughout the hospital. This will encourage and remind workers and visitors remember to continuously drink enough water.

heathydrationwater

severity - 3 sever

Offer Rescheduling Opportunities: Stormy Conditions

Proactively reach out to patients who have elective surgery or appointments coming up on days with inclement weather in to avoid last minute cancellations and future scheduling issues.

cancelscheduling

severity - 2 moderate

Inspect Generator: Calm Conditions

While weather conditions are calm be sure to schedule routine generator testing. Bring the equipment up to normal working temperatures so that you can ensure the generator will perform as needed during a real power outage.

powersafety operations

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