Criteria | Description | Rating Scale |
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Communication Protocols | Evaluate the effectiveness of communication procedures for staff and residents during emergencies. | |
Clear communication channels
| Are there established channels for communicating emergency information to staff, residents, and families? | |
Staff training on communication protocols
| Have staff members been trained on how to effectively communicate during emergencies? | |
Communication with emergency services
| Is there a plan for communicating with emergency services and authorities during evacuations? | |
Evacuation Planning | Assess the adequacy of evacuation planning and preparedness. | |
Evacuation routes and exits
| Are there clearly marked evacuation routes and exits accessible to all residents? | |
Special needs considerations
| Are there plans in place for evacuating residents with mobility issues, medical equipment, or special needs? | |
Alternative evacuation sites
| Are there backup plans for evacuating residents to alternative sites if necessary? | |
Training and Drills | Evaluate staff training and readiness through drills and exercises. | |
Staff training on evacuation procedures
| Have staff members received training on evacuation procedures and protocols? | |
Frequency of evacuation drills
| How often are evacuation drills conducted, and are they realistic and comprehensive? | |
Resident participation in drills
| Are residents involved in evacuation drills to familiarize them with the procedures? | |
Coordination and Collaboration | Assess coordination efforts with external agencies and stakeholders. | |
Collaboration with emergency services
| Is there collaboration with local emergency services and authorities in evacuation planning? | |
Integration of medical considerations
| Are medical and health considerations integrated into the evacuation plan, including medication needs? | |
Family communication and involvement
| Are families informed and involved in the evacuation planning process? | |
Review and Improvement | Evaluate mechanisms for reviewing and improving evacuation procedures. | |
Post-drill evaluations
| Are there processes for evaluating evacuation drills and identifying areas for improvement? | |
Feedback mechanisms
| Is there a system for collecting feedback from staff, residents, and families on evacuation procedures? | |
Continuous improvement
| Are evacuation procedures regularly reviewed and updated based on feedback and lessons learned? | |
