First Healthcare Compliance LLC provided this important information (the infographic below and an upcoming webinar).

“This September 19 webinar will cover essential concepts pertaining to the disaster management continuum including preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. The presentation will focus on the necessity of ‘All Hazards Planning’ and utilization of a trusted emergency management model known as the Incident Command System (ICS) as it pertains to health care facilities. The program will also include a brief overview of new CMS conditions of participation regarding emergency preparedness.”

More information about disaster preparedness:

“This will never happen here.”

“For those unexpected incidents – it’s better to have a plan. Do you have a plan?”

“FEELING SAFE – BEING SAFE”

FEMA – The Federal Emergency Management Agency

FREE FEMA online training: “IS-100.HCB: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS 100) for Healthcare/Hospitals”

A really comprehensive list of FREE FEMA online courses for everyone.