Healthcare Facility Training Matrix for Sheltering, Relocation, and Evacuation

Purpose of Training Matrix Guidance of three groups of job positions, cross referenced with sub- competencies Level of training by position Description of sub-competencies

Considerations for Staffing Groups and Mission Critical Positions Target Personnel Individual or groups identified by job responsibility for specified level of training Match position with needs of mission Each facility may adapt as necessary to fit their organization needs

Considerations for Staffing Groups and Mission Critical Positions Administration Emergency Preparedness Team Medical Care (include EMS) Human Services Ancillary – pharmacy, radiology, lab Environmental/Facilities Management Business Office

Three Groups & Levels All Staff – Awareness Self study packet Operations – Knowledge charge nurses, supervisors, managers and director Command staff – Proficiency

Levels/Depth of Training Awareness – a basic level of mastery of competency, able to identify the concept or skill, but relatively limited ability to perform skills without direction & guidance Knowledge – intermediate level of mastery of competency, able to apply and describe the skills Proficiency – advanced level of mastery of the competencies, in which individuals are able to synthesize, critiques or teach skill

Recommended Time Commitment Awareness – self study material, annual update of key concepts Shelter In Place, Relocation, Evacuation Knowledge Curriculum presentation - 30 minutes Orientation to unit resources Scheduled drills or exercise Command – presentation 60 min, drill or exercise 60 minutes with debrief

Determination of Mission and Staff Response Use the Plan and Decision Tree Unit Level Decisions Command Level Decisions Both use the following Urgent / emergent Shelter in Place Relocation Partial or full evacuation

Sheltering, Relocation, and Evacuation Decision Tree

Review Matrix Questions and Answers

Summary Healthcare organization matches job positions with appropriate level of competencies Train staff to appropriate level of competence and sub-competencies Drill and exercise competencies at all levels of organization