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Disasters

Internal and External Disasters

Events such as fires, accidental releases of hazardous material,
severe weather or acts of terrorism can all result in disasters. If
such an event occurs within a Baptist Health facility it is called
an "internal disaster".
When these events occur in our community but not within one
of our facilities it is called an "external disaster". Because so
many different events can result in disasters, Baptist Health
uses a standard "all hazards" approach to response.
When disaster plans are activated, our facilities may open their
Incident Command centers and institute the use of the
Hospital Incident Command System (HICS).
Labor Pool Management
In the event of a hurricane, if you plan to be at the hospital
during the storm, please bring personal articles (for example,
clothing, personal care items, toothbrush, food, sleeping bag).
• Your job function and supervisor may be different than
during regular operations.
• Review the Disaster Plan for your department so you know
your role and reporting structure.
• On-duty personnel should report to their assigned area
immediately.
• Off-duty personnel should not report to work unless
instructed to do so by their supervisor.
• Personnel not scheduled to work but are available should
report to the labor pool for assignment if contacted to
assist with the disaster.