This will include testing the fan out procedure and procedures for ensuring continued care and service delivery. There is a procedure manual that outlines protocols for evacuation and relocation. A team has been designated to triage reception of mass casualties. The intent to include family members in evacuation planning is noted and supported. There is a link to NSHR for notification of incidents and recognition is given for standardizing codes in this regard.
Good procedures are in place for preventing and responding to clients who are prone to wandering.
A process is under way to complete fire alarm and fire door upgrades across the region. This is being done in conjunction with fire department representatives. Emergency power sources were upgraded and tested as part of Y2K planning. Procedures are in place for the immediate shut down of systems. All sites have developed protocols for dealing with incidents that pose a harmful or criminal threat such as hostage taking, bomb threats and aggressive behaviour.