Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.14.520

Current through September 2, 2024

Section 16.03.14.520 - DISASTER PLANS

The hospital shall have written plans for the care of casualties from both external and internal disasters. The plans shall be developed with the assistance of all appropriate community resources. The plan shall be reviewed and/or revised at least annually.

01.External Disaster Plan. The hospital shall develop a plan for external disasters for the area served and within the capability of the facility. The plan shall contain the following elements:

a. Availability of basic utilities, including food, water, and essential medical supplies; and

b. A procedure for notifying and assigning personnel; and

c. Unified medical command; and

d. Space and procedure for triage; and

e. Procedure for casualty transfer to appropriate facility; and

f. Agreement with other agencies for communications; and

02.Drills. The plan shall be rehearsed annually.

Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.14.520

Effective March 17, 2022