Coping with natural disasters such as fires and floods and other health emergencies is very challenging for any community and continued access to primary healthcare services during these times is critical.
Murray PHN plays an important role before, during and after emergency events to ensure essential services are both supported and accessible, working closely with health and emergency response agencies, so that resources are provided in a coordinated way.
Preparedness is a vital step in this work, helping to reduce vulnerability, minimise risk and increase business and workforce resilience.
To learn more about the role of Murray PHN and how primary healthcare organisations can safeguard their business continuity during emergencies, access the resources listed below.
Supporting primary care in emergencies flyer
This flyer outlines how Murray PHN supports primary care through prevention, preparedness, response and recovery stages of emergency management.
Emergency Management Framework
This framework provides a structured and practical approach to preventing, preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies, disasters and critical incidents that impact primary healthcare services across the region.
Emergency Response and Business Continuity Plan Template
This template is a guide for providers and outlines the essential components required to develop a comprehensive and effective continuity plan. By following the template, in addition to conducting one’s own research, organisations can work towards establishing a clear, consistent and actionable approach to maintaining business resilience, ensuring critical services remain operational and recovery efforts are coordinated efficiently during and after the disruption.
True emergency management goes beyond immediate response – it is about strengthening local capacity, building partnerships, and sharing responsibility before, during and after emergencies. It is about continuous learning, adaptation and improvement.
Matt Jones, Murray PHN CEO
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