The Florida
legislature passed a comprehensive disaster and emergency
preparedness act during the 1993 legislative session. The
intent of the act was to provide a more formalized approach
to emergency and disaster response, as a result of the situation
in Florida following Hurricane Andrew. As a result, nursing
homes, assisted living facilities, ambulatory surgical centers,
and hospitals are required to develop emergency management
plans that comply with state approved criteria. The plans
must be established to ensure the safety of patients, particularly
with regards to evacuation transportation, emergency supplies,
and staffing during emergencies. Plans must be submitted to
your local emergency management office for review and approval.
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