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What is the bus tour
An event held on September 6th, specifically for new Board members.
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What is when a client becomes disruptive or threatening and assistance is required.
The appropriate time to activate a Code White
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What is any medical emergency.
The situations where you would call a Code Blue
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When there is a violent incident with a weapon that requires immediate response and lock down.
A situation where it is appropriate to call Code Black
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What is complete an incident report.
Should happen following any Emergency Code situations.
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what are policies and procedures that have been updated since May 30th
Gen 10 Advocacy
Gen 30 Conflict of Interest SS 20 Emergency Codes |
Who are Reception and Nurse, at least 2 people
Individuals who are first responders to a code white alarm at reception.
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What is overhead page, press emergency button so help will come or ask someone to page Code Blue.
The steps that shall be taken when an individual requires help in a Code Blue situation
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Initiate lockdown, normal operations cease, priority is protecting self, clients, visitors. DO NOT GO TO LOCATION, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ENGAGE. The policy describes specific processes if you are in vicinity or away from assailant.
The first thing ALL staff do when they hear a Code Black Called.
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Fire, bomb threat, noxious fumes, gas leaks.
Some situations where it would be appropriate to implement the Code Red: Fire or Emergency Evacuation procedures
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what are examples of what staff said about the BUZZ
I absolutely love The BUZZ
The Buzz is great to keep everyone in the loop about what is going on in the organization and the community. I am truly enjoying the Buzz. |
What is the portable emergency button
A device located at reception that the receptionist who responds to an alarm will bring with her.
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What is the AED
An important piece of equipment that should be taken to any Code Blue.
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What is Code Black, repeated 3 times. DO NOT PAGE LOCATION.
The information that is paged overhead in a CODE BLACK
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Remain calm, leave area of danger and pull a fire alarm.
The first three things an individual should do upon discovering a fire.
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Not providing single use water bottles.
One way RCHS is going green
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What is remain cautious, listen for further information, and be aware that police have been called.
If a staff member hears CODE WHITE over the intercom it means this.
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Who is required to respond to a Code Blue.
All Health Care Providers
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The staff person who suspects a person is carrying a weapon or in a situation where someone is trying to harm individuals.
This individual is responsible for calling 911.
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Remain calm, ensure you and clients are moving towards nearest exit, walk, don't run and meet at designated area.
Three steps to take if it is safe to leave your location.
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What is Halloween for Health Bash
October 25th, 2019 special Event
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What is page Code White, location of incident, repeat 3 times.
In a Code White the receptionist will announce over the intercom the following information.
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What is assess and manage the scene, confirm 911 has been called and assign responsibilities, including sending people away if lots of response.
The most qualified employee has these responsibilities.
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How are Code Blacks cancelled. A code Black will never be cancelled over an intercom. No Codes during a code black should be listened to, including a fire alarm where no smoke is apparent.
An in person police officer.
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.DO NOT open door. Seal all openings to prevent smoke from entering, Call 911 to give your exact location and open a window and get out if possible
The things you would do if you heard a fire alarm and the door in your location was warm.
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