Planning and Triage in the Disaster Scenario

4.1. Planning by the medical staff

In addition to having their own family plan and educating the families of their patients, pediatricians should address several issues for their offices and staff. These issues involve ensuring the safety of staff and patients, protecting equipment and material, and securing patient records.

Consider the need to have a backup generator to maintain refrigeration for vaccines and other medications. When necessary, plan for a backup location for treating your patients and, if possible, a method for informing callers where they can obtain care. Refer to the American Academy of Pediatrics Online Tool for Disaster Preparedness for Pediatric Practices.