Hospital Emergency Codes (NABH Guidelines).pptx

Hospital Emergency Codes as per NABH Guidelines, Code Red, Code Blue, Code Pink, Code Yellow, code violet.

1. Hospital Emergency Codes (NABH Guidelines) Ensuring a Safe and Productive Workplace Prepared by -Ghanendra Kumar Sinha

2. •• Emergency codes are used in hospitals to alert staff about critical situations. •• They ensure a standardized response to protect patients, visitors, and healthcare workers. •• NABH mandates structured emergency preparedness for hospitals. Introduction

3. Objectives of Safety Training Increase Awareness: Recognize potential hazards and how to avoid them. Promote Best Practices: Techniques and procedures for optimal safety. Create a Safe Work Environment: Enhance productivity through safety.

4. Objectives of Safety Training •Quick Communication: Helps staff respond rapidly in emergencies. •Patient & Staff Safety: Ensures proper protocols are followed. •Efficient Crisis Management: Ensures hospital preparedness and coordination.

5. Hospital Emergency Code Code Red – Fire Emergency 🔥 Code Blue – Medical Emergency 🏥 Code Pink – Infant/Child Abduction 👶 Code Brown – Internal Chemical Spill 🧪 Code Yellow – Disaster (Mass Casualty Incident) 🌍 Code Violet – Violence or Aggression 😡

6. •Meaning: Fire or smoke detected in hospital premises. •• Immediate Actions: • - Activate the fire alarm. • - Follow the R.A.C.E protocol: Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Evacuate. • - Use fire extinguishers if safe to do so. Code Red – Fire Emergency 🔥

7. Code Blue – Medical Emergency •• Meaning: Patient requiring immediate medical assistance. •• Actions: • - Call the Code Blue Team. • - Begin Basic Life Support (BLS) if trained. • - Ensure emergency equipment is ready (defibrillator, oxygen, etc.).

8. Code Pink – Infant/Child Abduction •• Meaning: A newborn or child is missing or abducted. •• Response: • - Lock all exits and alert security immediately. • - Check CCTV footage and inform law enforcement. • - Verify identity of persons leaving the hospital.

9. Code Brown – Internal Chemical Spill 🧪 •• Meaning: Internal spill of hazardous substances. •• Actions: • - Restrict access to the contaminated area. • - Inform maintenance and safety teams. • - Use appropriate cleanup procedures.

10. Code Yellow – Disaster (Mass Casualty Incident) 🌍 •• Meaning: Hospital receives multiple trauma patients. •• Response: • - Activate the hospital disaster response team. • - Triage patients based on severity. • - Allocate resources efficiently.

11. Code Violet – Violence or Aggression 😡 •• Meaning: Aggressive behavior or violence in hospital. •• Actions: • - De-escalate the situation if possible. • - Call security for assistance. • - Ensure safety of staff and patients.

12. •Hospital emergency codes help manage crises efficiently. •• NABH mandates proper training and emergency preparedness. •• Regular drills ensure staff readiness. •• Compliance enhances patient and staff safety. Conclusion

13. Thank You Prepared by - Ghanendra Kumar Sinha