Disaster Preparedness for Healthcare Facilities Strategies for Resilience
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Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
3 continuing medical education hours
ACA-20250002632


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Introduction
In today’s dynamic and unpredictable environment, healthcare facilities must be prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to a wide range of disasters, both natural and human-made. Disasters can severely disrupt healthcare delivery, compromise patient safety, and strain resources. This course provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to assess risks, develop comprehensive preparedness plans, manage resources during emergencies, and implement recovery strategies. Emphasis is placed on practical, evidence-based approaches aligned with international standards and national guidelines to build resilient healthcare systems capable of withstanding and recovering from crises.
Objectives
- Identify potential hazards that may impact healthcare facilities and assess their risk levels.
- Evaluate the current preparedness status of their institutions using risk assessment methodologies.
- Develop comprehensive disaster preparedness plans tailored to their facility’s specific needs.
- Implement resource management and communication strategies to ensure efficient emergency response.
- Analyze the effectiveness of disaster preparedness drills and refine response plans accordingly.
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and categorize potential hazards and assess their risks to healthcare facilities.
- Evaluate institutional readiness using structured risk assessment tools.
- Develop tailored disaster preparedness plans incorporating emergency response and business continuity strategies.
- Implement efficient resource and communication strategies during emergencies.
- Analyze and improve disaster response effectiveness through training and simulation outcomes.
Target Audience
All professions Medicals
Trainers
osama Khalaf haj mouhammad
Clinical Pharmacy
Oncology