TUHS Emergency Codes: Effective October 1, 2008 Ryan Taylor & Dan Rudolph Emergency Response & Preparedness

What we will cover New Codes Why What Implementation Plan Who Where When Leadership Responsibilities How Questions

New Codes Spread best practice throughout the system Clear communication Clear responsibilities WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow New Codes

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow New Codes

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow Educational material includes:  Quick Reference Cards for badge holders  Tri-fold pamphlets for paycheck stuffers  Large posters for “employee only” areas  Message pens for event giveaways  Manual detailing employee responsibilities New Codes

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow Implementation Plan Target: Every employee who works within the hospital Approximately 7,000 people across the system

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow Implementation Plan Department meetings Mandatory Competency Human Resources Department Cafeteria Break rooms New Hire Orientation Paychecks Spotlight on Safety Policies

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow Implementation Plan Role out September 15th, 2008 Go live October 1st, 2008

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow Leadership’s Role Join us in introducing the new codes  Distribute material to your department  Answer questions or direct to appropriate contact

WhyWhatWhoWhereWhenHow Questions Ryan Taylor Emergency Preparedness & Environment of Care Coordinator