In the spirit of disaster preparedness, a dual certification is earned by all employees who take and successfully pass the Hazmat 4 Healthcare patient decontamination class.
The double certification is through both Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI); what this does is raise the level of training, expertise, and commitment of our patient decon team. In accomplishing this, LLUH is better prepared for a mass casualty incident that involves hazmat or weapons of mass destruction. In fact, through the efforts of many dedicated people here at LLUH, other local area hospitals are asking about our training model and have even requested to attend our training here.
Our mission is far from complete, however. We have grown substantially in 2013, are still in need of many more dedicated team members to join the ranks of the LLUH Decon Strike Force. With that said, the next training class is quickly approaching. The next opportunity to train for these certification is at classes scheduled April 9th and 10th, 2014.
Increase awareness about this important aspect of our overall preparedness plan by recruiting more members. Get the word out that there is still room in the upcoming class. For more information please contact Joe Bruno, visit the Decon Team Webpage, or simply sign up through OWL.
Join the team as we … Protect This House!