Ebola risk management tips for healthcare facilities

Internal risk management strategy should include the establishment of policies, training and demonstrable due diligence


An internal Ebola risk management strategy for healthcare facilities should include the establishment of policies, training and demonstrable due diligence, according to an article on the McDermott Will & Emery website.

The following core principles should be considered as part of the Ebola strategy:

• Establish policies, demonstrate compliance

• Train staff, demonstrate due diligence

• Reduce error risk

• Know your capacity

• Address staff concerns

• Consider employee matters  

Also, as with any emergency preparedness matter, a hospital caring for a patient with Ebola must be prepared to implement an emergency communications protocol that contemplates communications with regulatory agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, state and federal healthcare agencies and departments of health. 

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October 30, 2014


Topic Area: Safety


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