Disaster Risk Reduction and
Management for Health (DRRM-H) Plan
Teresita L. Jalandoni Provincial Hospital
Location: Brgy. Lantad, Silay City, Negros Occidental, Province of Negros
I. Introduction
Teresita L. Jalandoni Provincial Hospital (TLJPH) commits to ensuring safety, maintaining
essential healthcare services, and strengthening institutional resilience against disasters
and health emergencies through a functional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management for
Health (DRRM-H) Plan.
II. Purpose and Scope
The plan covers all hospital operations during earthquakes, typhoons, floods, fires, mass
casualty incidents, and infectious disease outbreaks.
III. Objectives
- Protect human lives and hospital properties
- Maintain continuity of essential health services
- Establish integrated preparedness and response mechanisms
- Strengthen coordination with local disaster risk reduction and health authorities
IV. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Primary Hazards: Earthquake, Typhoon, Flood, Fire, Mass Casualty, Infectious Disease
Outbreak
Risk Levels: Earthquake (High), Typhoon (High), Flood (Moderate), Fire (Low), Mass
Casualty (Moderate), Disease (High)
V. DRRM-H Planning Committee Structure
The DRRM-H Planning Committee manages disaster preparedness and response activities.
Organizational structure includes:
- Chief of Hospital (Chair)
- Chief Nurse (Vice Chair)
- ER Head (Operations Chief)
- Admin Officer (Logistics Chief)
- Engineering and Maintenance Head (Safety Officer)
- Communications Officer (IT Staff)
VI. Preparedness Measures
- Annual multi-hazard drills
- Emergency stockpiles maintenance
- Risk assessments and safety audits
- Staff disaster management trainings
VII. Response Protocols
- Activation of Hospital Incident Command System (HICS)
- Immediate evacuation/lockdown based on hazard
- Coordination with CHD VI, PDRRMO, and LGUs
- Triage system setup during mass casualty events
VIII. Recovery and Rehabilitation
- Provision of psychosocial support
- Gradual restoration of health services
- Structural rehabilitation planning
- Post-disaster evaluations
IX. Continuity of Essential Health Services
- Activation of alternative care sites if necessary
- Prioritization of ER, ICU, Maternity Services
- Utility backup systems (power, water, oxygen supply)
X. Coordination and Communication Mechanisms
- Emergency Operations Center (EOC) setup
- Designated liaison officers to external agencies
- Utilization of paging systems, radios, mobile apps
XI. Resources and Logistics
- Inventory of emergency supplies and equipment
- Emergency procurement protocols
- Prepositioning of critical resources
XII. Capacity Building and Public Awareness
- Conducting trainings on BLS, ICS, Infection Control
- IEC campaigns inside the hospital
- Participation in community-wide drills
XIII. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Updating
- Annual plan review and updating
- Incorporation of lessons learned from actual incidents
- Risk re-assessments
XIV. Annexes and Template Forms
Included templates for operational use during emergencies:
- Initial Incident Report Template
- Situation Report (SitRep) Template
- Resource Request Form
- Post-Event Evaluation Form
Annex A. Initial Incident Report Template
Date and Time of Incident:
Location of Incident:
Type of Incident:
Brief Description:
Casualties (if any):
Immediate Actions Taken:
Reported By:
Annex B. Situation Report (SitRep) Template
Date and Time:
Situation Overview:
Actions Taken:
Needs and Requests:
Recommendations:
Prepared by:
Annex C. Resource Request Form Template
Requesting Unit:
Date of Request:
Description of Items/Services Requested:
Purpose:
Quantity:
Priority Level (High/Medium/Low):
Approved By:
Annex D. Post-Event Evaluation Form Template
Incident/Event Evaluated:
Date of Event:
Strengths Observed:
Areas for Improvement:
Recommendations for Future Actions:
Evaluation Completed by:
