This document provides recommendations for protecting healthcare providers and managing patients in the event of a hazardous materials exposure. Content was compiled through nationally recognized, current practice standards and formatted into user-friendly materials.
The intent of the attached tool is to provide hospitals with planning guidance for managing the waste water and runoff generated by decontamination of victims presenting to the facility for emergency care and treatment.
These resources were compiled to assist hospitals strengthen their overall preparedness, safety protocols, and ability to respond to incidents involving hazardous material incidents. They include essential guidelines for setting up effective decontamination procedures, proper handling of victims exposed to hazardous substances, and offer structured frameworks for monitoring the health of medical personnel involved in decontamination efforts.
This resource provides a general overview of applicable OSHA standards and can be useful to California hospitals in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for their employees. Interpretations and enforcement policies evolve, so hospitals are advised to consult the latest OSHA administrative interpretations and rulings from the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission and the courts for further guidance on compliance requirements.
This InterAgency Board (IAB) publication establishes guidance for personal protective equipment selection and use, decontamination, detection, and medical countermeasures for first responders who may be exposed to opioids in the course of their occupational activities.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center, also known as IC3, accepts online Internet crime complaints. Complaints may come from the victim or interested third party. When filing a complaint be accurate and thorough.
Hospitals are frequently targets for cyber and social engineering scams following disasters. Hospitals can mitigate their risk by recognizing and preventing cyber threats, phishing emails, ransomware attacks, and fraudulent fundraising campaigns.
Cybersecurity is integral to hospital emergency response efforts, as it protect sensitive information, maintains operational continuity, prevents disruptions, combats disinformation, secures critical infrastructure, and facilitates collaboration among stakeholders.
Ransomware is a serious and increasing threat to all government and private sector organizations, including critical infrastructure organizations.
The National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) serves as a critical tool for hospitals to prepare for and respond to potential terrorist incidents, ensuring patient and staff safety. Hospitals can use this system for important updates on the threat levels, potential terrorist activities, and for staying informed about evolving threats. Hospitals should also integrate NTAS alerts into their emergency planning and response strategies.