...FACTORS INFLUENCING AWARENESS OF DISASTER MITIGATION AND PREPAREDNESS AMONG NURSES AT THE CASUALTY DEPARTMENT AT KNH MALIK MWENDO H32/2258/2010 A Research Proposal Submitted In Partial Fulfillment of The Requirements For The Conferment of The Degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing Sciences In College of Health Sciences at The University of Nairobi. March 2014 List of abbreviations KNH - Kenyatta National Hospital JCAHO- Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations ABSTRACT CHAPTER ONE 1.0 Background Information A disaster can be defined as a sudden extraordinary event that brings great damage, loss, destruction and injury to people and their environment (Stanhope and Lancaster, 2008). Bradt and Drummond (2007) also defined a disaster as a phenomenon that leads to massive destruction of infrastructure. A disaster can be classified either as man-made or natural incident that causes destruction that cannot be relieved without assistance. Disasters can also occur either internally, that is within the healthcare facility, or externally, that is outside the healthcare facility (Hassmiller, 2008). Disaster preparedness and management has changed dramatically since September 11, 2011. This incident raised the awareness towards disasters that made disaster management and response an issue that needed to be urgently addressed. After that in America there was the advent of the biological warfare that involved envelopes of anthrax...
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...RESPONSE PLAN September 2006 This document was prepared by Kenadine Johnson and staff Montana Office of Public Instruction Helena, Montana FOOD SAFETY/FOOD DEFENSE RESPONSE PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS ACRONYMS----------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3 RESOURCES----------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 A listing of links and papers we used to help compile this document. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ------------------------------------------------------ 5 SECTION I: INTRODUCTION Foreword ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 Introduction-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 Purpose------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 Goals---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 SECTION II: SITUATIONS AND ASSUMPTIONS----------------------- 8-9 SECTION III: CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS A. Incident Identification---------------------------------------------------------- 10 B. Notification and Action Triggers--------------------------------------------- 10 C. Communication----------------------------------------------------------------- 11 D. Interstate Coordination--------------------------------------------------------- 11 E. Food Team----------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 F. Response Actions--------...
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... POLICIES | 3. [ ] Review key policies. | (Human Resources) | Anti-harassment Vacation and Sick Leave FMLA/Leaves of Absence Holidays Time and leave reporting Overtime Performance reviews Dress code | Personal conduct standards Progressive disciplinary actions Security Confidentiality Safety Emergency procedures Visitors E-mail and Internet usage | ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES | 4. [ ] Review general administrative procedures. | (Human Resources) | Office/desk/work station Keys Mail (Incoming and Outgoing) Shipping (FedEx, Airborne and UPS) Business cards Purchase requests | Telephones Building access cards Conference rooms Picture ID badges Expense reports Office supplies | INTRODUCTIONS AND TOURS (Facilities) | 5. [ ] Give introductions to department staff and key personnel during tour. 6. [ ] Tour of facility, including: | | Rest rooms Mail rooms Copy centers Fax machines Bulletin board Parking | Printers Office supplies Kitchen Coffee/vending machines Water coolers Emergency exits | POSITION INFORMATION (Manager) | 7. [ ] Introductions to team and department staff. 8. [ ] Review initial job assignments and training plans. 9. [ ] Review job description and performance expectations and standards. 10. [ ] Review job schedule and hours. 11. [ ] Review payroll timing, time cards (if applicable), policies and procedures. | | | | COMPUTERS (Information Services)...
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...meeting the demands of small or large emergency or nonemergency situations” (). The Incident Command System has become the standard for emergency management across the country. The great thing about ICS is that it is flexible and it can be used for any incidents and events that are from natural disasters to even acts of terrorism. ICS allows effective communication and efficient incident management, by allowing all different personnel, facilities, equipment, and procedures to operate within a common organizational structure. Now, when it comes to an Incident Action Plan, it is what “specifies the incident activities, assign responsibilities, identify needed resources, and...
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...This plan will be illustrating the care pathway for the 2 physiological disorders and the roles of the practitioners involved. The two physiological disorders are eczema and nephrotic syndrome. The practitioners involved in eczema are the GP and pharmacist. General Practitioners (GP): GPs look after the health of people in the local community and deal with a wide range of health problems. They take into account physical, emotional and social factors when diagnosing treatment and recommending the required treatment (AGGAS, 2013). If a GP is unable to deal with a problem themselves, the usually refer the patient to a hospital for tests, treatment, or to see a consultant with specialist knowledge (NHS Choices, 2013). For example in eczema, if the GP sees that the condition is not getting any better, or is worsening, the will refer the patient to see a dermatologist. Also, they assess, plan, implement and monitor the progress and response to treatment; and provide advice and counselling to the patients (AGGAS, 2013). Goal/Objective Completion Date Action to be taken To identify the physiological disorder Immediately 1) Baseline assessment i.e. medical history to identify clinical background and to identify and themes, patterns etc. 2) Assess baseline measurements: pulse and respiration; and observe the affected area i.e. inner elbows. 3) Confirm diagnosis and identify any potential allergies. To successful control the disorder On-going 1) Prescribe mediation i.e. 2) Refer...
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...Cohesive Research Proposal Preparing to Conduct Business Research: Part One Over the last 20 years this country has seen more school shootings publicized than ever before. Instead of looking at the perpetrators of these violent acts, the nation needs to look at the schools and their safety measures. Schools need to be updated to allow newly developed safety measures as well as providing training for staff on emergency procedures so a person in authority will know what to do if an emergency situation arises. Children need to be taught about gun safety at an early age to help prevent any misuse of firearms. Even though undefined, violence needs to be stopped; innocent people are dying and people are scared to go to school. Key information that needs to be determined includes what type of violence is happening and why. There are many research questions to be considered to begin assessing issues behind violence in schools. The tragedies of school shootings in the USA and Canada have occurred on more than one occasion. Why wait until a series of tragedies occur rather than fixing the issue after the first incident? Some schools already provide training to teachers for gun use. Should schools provide guns to male or female teachers? Parents want to know about the impact of teachers using guns to protect students. In Canada, anybody who wants to purchase a firearm needs to get a license and present a reference letter from five people who have known the person for more than...
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...The research falls under the Theory of Planned behavior or (TPB). This theory started as the Theory of Reasoned Action in 1980 to predict an individual's intention to engage in a behavior at a specific time and place. The theory was intended to explain all behaviors over which people have the ability to exert self-control. The key component to this model is behavioral intent; behavioral intentions are influenced by the attitude about the likelihood that the behavior will have the expected outcome and the subjective evaluation of the risks and benefits of that outcome. (Boston University School of Public Health Module) Meaning to say, that whatever behavior an individual is performing during a specified time and place, it is always based on...
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...-FORMAT- Guidelines for Writing an Action Research Project The basic steps 1. Review your current practice 2. Identify an aspect that you want investigate 3. Collect and Organize data 4. Interpret data and imagine a solution or a way forward 5. Try it out and take stock of what happened 6. Monitor what you do 7. Review and evaluate the modified action The Contents: The Manuscript will include the following items: (Cover Page Title information, name, date) Table of contents (list the items with appropriate page numbers) Introduction: Objectives -Clearly describe the purpose of the study and its significance - Introduce factors that initially prompted you to ask this question. How did the idea Originate? -Describe how answering the question might improve your practice. Related Literature Review: -Identify the aspects of your research question. -Introduce the main theories that allow you to discuss your project. -Define the basic terminology and concepts related to discuss your project. -Summary of the state of the art presents the Literature for each part of the question Methodology and work plan: -detail and justify the method and the work plan you put forward. The Study: The Context (Provide a brief description of your site) -Clearly describe the chosen setting (Classroom, school etc.) Include all pertinent information available. -Situate the question in the...
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...SAMPLE PLAN OF OPERATION 1.0 PURPOSE This Plan of Operation has been prepared in accordance with requirements established by Tennessee Law, TCA 68-221-1006, and Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Rules, Chapter 1200-22-6, which require all CWSRF loan recipients to comply with a Plan of Operation approved by the Department of Environment and Conservation. The purpose of this Plan of Operation is to identify needs, actions, and the corresponding completion dates related to staffing, training, recordkeeping, reporting, laboratory control, start-up and process control, safety, emergency operations, maintenance management, Operation and Maintenance (O & M) Manual development and revision, and operational budgets during the construction, start-up, and performance certification periods. 2.0 SUMMARY OF IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS AND DATES The implementation dates of the following sections are arrayed below in chronological order to allow rapid identification of action items and related completion dates. Frequent reference to this listing will help avoid the possibility of omission or slippage of key actions necessary for successful plant start-up and continued operation. Plan of Operation Section Reference 10(a) Date Action May 1990 July 1990 Start Construction of treatment facility Establish new Sewer Use Ordinance to accommodate industrial discharges Establish Industrial Pretreatment Ordinance FY 92 pre-start-up budget consideration 10(a) 10(b) 9 June 1991 Januar...
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...GUIDE FOR MAJOR HAZARD FACILITIES: EMERGENCY PLANS Safe Work Australia is an Australian Government statutory agency established in 2009. Safe Work Australia consists of representatives of the Commonwealth, state and territory governments, the Australian Council of Trade Unions, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Australian Industry Group. Safe Work Australia works with the Commonwealth, state and territory governments to improve work health and safety and workers’ compensation arrangements. Safe Work Australia is a national policy body, not a regulator of work health and safety. The Commonwealth, states and territories have responsibility for regulating and enforcing work health and safety laws in their jurisdiction. ISBN 978-0-642-33376-6 [PDF] ISBN 978-0-642-33377-3 [RTF] Creative Commons [pic] Except for the Safe Work Australia logo this copyright work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 Australia licence. To view a copy of this licence, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/au/ In essence, you are free to copy, communicate and adapt the work for non commercial purposes, as long as you attribute the work to Safe Work Australia and abide by the other licence terms. Contact information Safe Work Australia Phone: +61 2 6121 5317 Email: info@safeworkaustralia.gov.au Website: www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au Table...
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...Dr. Martin’s Office Seeking a Referral The professor was not feeling well. In fact, on that Tuesday afternoon, he had felt tired and generally “down” physically. During the fifteen-minute drive home from work, he developed slight nausea and gastric discomfort. When he reached home he headed for the bathroom. For the next several hours, he experienced severe diarrhea and recurring waves of nausea and vomiting. After a few hours, the nausea had subsided somewhat, but the gastric distress persisted through most of what proved to be a long night. On the following morning, the professor called the office of his primary care physician, Dr. Martin. Dr. Martin’s nurse, Betty, came on the line. The professor detailed his physical problems of the previous night. “Betty, the nausea is pretty much gone, but the gastric discomfort is quite severe. I really feel that I need to see a doctor.” Betty replied, “Dr. Martin is booked solid all day, so it would be hard to see him.” “Betty,” the professor said, “I really feel that I need to see a doctor. Suppose I go to the HealthCheck Clinic. It’s close by, and I’ve always gotten good service there. Could the doctor refer me so that the University’s insurance would cover the visit?” Betty’s voice took on a doubtful and clinical tone. “The doctor would not refer you to the clinic. However, I can ask him to prescribe something for the diarrhea. We’ll call your pharmacy and place the prescription.” Slightly perturbed, the...
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...Dr. Martin’s Office 1 Seeking a Referral The Professor was not feeling well. In fact, on that Tuesday afternoon, he felt tired and generally “down” physically. During the 15-minute drive home from work, he developed slight nausea and gastric discomfort. When he reached home he headed for the bathroom. For the next several hours, he experienced severe diarrhea and recurring waves of nausea and vomiting. After a few hours, the nausea had subsided somewhat, but the gastric distress persisted through most of what proved to be a long night. On the following morning, the Professor called the office of his primary care physician, Dr. Martin. Dr. Martin’s nurse, Betty, came on the line. The Professor detailed his physical problems of the previous night. “Betty, the nausea is pretty much gone, but the gastric discomfort is quite severe. I really feel that I need to see a doctor.” Betty replied, “Dr. Martin is booked solid all day, so it would be hard to see him.” “Betty,” the Professor said, “I really feel that I need to see a doctor. Suppose I go to the HealthCheck Clinic. It’s close by, and I’ve always gotten good service there. Could the doctor refer me so that the University’s insurance would cover the visit?” Betty’s voice took on a doubtful and clinical tone. “The doctor would not refer you to the clinic. However, I can ask him to prescribe something for the diarrhea. We’ll call your pharmacy and place the prescription.” Slightly perturbed, the Professor said,...
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...SWAT Standard For Law Enforcement Agencies National Tactical Officers Association Published September 2011 Dedicated to the memory of Sergeant Mark Renninger End of watch: November 29, 2009 NTOA SWAT Standard COPYRIGHT NTOA SWAT Standard Copyright 2008, 2011 National Tactical Officers Association Published September 2011 All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical or by any information storage and retrieval system now known or hereafter invented, without prior written permission of the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA), with the following exception: NTOA staff and training instructors are hereby given permission by NTOA to reproduce any or all of the contents of this manual for internal use within the organization or for training classes. All other individuals, private businesses and corporations, public and private agencies and colleges, professional associations, and law enforcement agencies, may not print or download this publication for non-commercial use without permission from the NTOA. Questions about this copyright information or about obtaining permission to use NTOAdeveloped publications may be addressed to the Executive Director at 1-800-279-9127. © 2008, 2011, NTOA. All rights reserved. 2 NTOA SWAT Standard CONTENTS Copyright .................................................................................................
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...WORKING SAFELY IN COMMUNITY SERVICES 2ND EDITION OCTOBER 2006 PUBLIC SECTOR AND COMMUNITY SERVICES ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This publication is based on the Community Services Safety Pack developed by WorkCover New South Wales in consultation with its community services organisations, including the Council of Social Services of New South Wales (NCOSS). This version has been developed to ensure compliance with Victorian law and to incorporate helpful contact information. Consultation with Victoria’s community services peak bodies and relevant government departments informed its adaptation. Please note: if your organisation provides homecare services you should also refer to the Victorian Home Care Industry Occupational Health and Safety Guide that specifically covers home maintenance, meals on wheels, respite, attendant care and personal care. COMMUNITY SERVICES OHS INFORMATION PACK Community services workers play a vital role in caring for our people and helping to maintain a quality of life expected in Australian society, often in challenging and confronting circumstances. The Victorian community services sector employs more than 60,000 people and many volunteers who are committed to providing services that enhance the physical, mental and social wellbeing of individuals. Community services work can be very rewarding, but it can also present challenges in delivering outcomes in a way that balances the rights of clients with the safety and wellbeing of employees. Nobody...
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...their receipt of the Rick Rescorla National Award for Resilience by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, I focused on how social memory, new technologies of representation, and competing discourses assisted survivors in recovery from posttraumatic stress disorder and shaped a community narrative which inspired citizens to continue a high rate of recovery action and elicited over 80,000 volunteers to aid in physical efforts of search and rescue, debris removal, and rebuilding homes. At present, I have two publications related to my research. The first, New Tools: Using Social Media in a Research Capacity explores the prevalence of social media in everyday life and how researchers should use online communication, through carefully applied ethical practices, in developing a more complete understanding of their subject matter. My second article, How to Remember: The Interplay of Memory and Identify Formation in Post-disaster Communities, addresses the same topics as my thesis in an abbreviated form and appeared in the December, 2015 issue of Human Organization, the leading applied anthropology journal. A new book series on the anthropology of disasters recently placed a call for submissions; the editors expressed interest in my work and requested a prospectus and sample chapters as soon as I defend next month. In addition to completing my doctoral degree, I am also coordinating with the Emergency Operations Manager of Desoto County, Florida to launch a disaster mitigation and...
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