Monthly review and drill for medical emergencies, fire evacuation, and active threat scenarios.
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Add this checklist Browse moreCheck all medications in the emergency kit for expiration dates and completeness.
Expired medications may be ineffective during a medical emergency. OSHA requires regular verification.
1. Open emergency kit. 2. Check each medication's expiration date. 3. Verify quantities match the checklist. 4. Replace any expired items immediately. 5. Document check.
Power on AED, run self-test, and verify pads are within date.
AED failure during cardiac arrest is catastrophic. Monthly testing ensures readiness.
1. Power on AED. 2. Listen for self-test confirmation. 3. Check pad expiration date. 4. Verify battery indicator. 5. Return to mount.
Brief team on roles and responsibilities during medical emergencies.
Clear role assignment prevents confusion during high-stress emergencies.
1. Review who calls 911. 2. Review who retrieves emergency kit. 3. Review who manages the patient. 4. Review who clears the operatory.
Walk the full evacuation route with staff, verify exit signage, and check extinguishers.
OSHA requires documented evacuation drills. Familiarity with routes saves lives.
1. Announce drill. 2. Walk primary evacuation route. 3. Verify all exits are unblocked. 4. Check fire extinguisher tags. 5. Meet at assembly point.
Verify portable oxygen supply is adequate and the regulator functions.
Oxygen is critical for managing medical emergencies including syncope and anaphylaxis.
1. Check tank pressure gauge. 2. Verify regulator attaches properly. 3. Test flow at 6 L/min. 4. Ensure nasal cannula and mask are available.