Public Health Emergency Preparedness
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Facility Checklist
Security/Exterior
Inspect outside of proposed surge facility, including condition of external structure. Also inspect surge facility site, including external buildings, parking, and neighborhood. Special considerations include vehicle access and issues presented by the neighborhood.
Date: __________________ Location: __________________________ Team Member:______________________
Building Exterior
| General structural condition |
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| Control of building access |
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Doors and Windows
| Keyless access: |
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| Security guards? |
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| Locks: |
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| Keys available: |
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| Currently monitored? |
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| Signs of illegal entry/use: |
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Accessibility and Security
| Walk-in entrances: |
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| Signage: |
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| Ambulance access: |
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| Loading Dock: |
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| Fire escape and other means of egress: |
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Electronic Access
| Card Readers: |
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| Cameras/Monitoring Devices (note locations): |
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Decontamination set-up potential
| Ability to create secure zone: |
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