Pediatric Integration in Emergency Disaster Drills

Resource Overview

• Pediatric disaster preparedness tools focused on exercises and drills.
• Designed to help hospitals plan, conduct, and evaluate pediatric-inclusive disaster simulations.
• Supports identification of gaps and improvement opportunities in pediatric surge, evacuation, reunification, and operational workflows.
  

How to Use This Resource

• Use tabletop exercise materials to discuss pediatric response challenges in a simulated, low‑risk setting.
• Run functional drills to test workflows, communication, and operational readiness with realistic scenarios.
• Apply findings to update emergency plans, training, and quality improvement efforts.