While we do not anticipate problems, we have made contingency plans, just in case. We have fuel for our backup generators and a backup water supply. We have adequate supplies of pharmaceuticals and food. To be sure we can provide patient meals, we have menus for meals that don't require cooking. The staffing plan calls for about 400 people, including clinical staff, runners, and patient services managers.
Security has two full shifts on duty as well as all managers on site.
Because we know that disasters can strike at any moment, we are always prepared to deal with the unexpected. Whether it's a natural disaster, a serious accident or a disease outbreak, Cincinnati Children's always has backup plans in place to ensure that we can continue to serve the children who need us. Serving infants to adolescents, Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati is an international leader in pediatric healthcare, research and education.