Mount Sinai Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health

Disaster Preparedness Program

This program is tailored for employers, municipalities, organizations, and unions intending to deploy employees to disaster sites for recovery assistance. Its objectives include preparing individuals for the challenges they may face on-site, offering quick and effective clinical services prior to deployment, and providing support to those returning from disaster zones.

Education & Training

Our team will provide complimentary training tailored to prepare individuals for their roles in disaster assistance, covering key aspects to consider when deployed, essential packing guidelines for deployment, and stress reduction techniques to enhance readiness and resilience on-site.

Clinical Support

Pre-deployment: Prior to deployment, individuals will:

  • Fill out questionnaires regarding their physical and mental health, work, and social history
  • Receive a physical exam
  • Vaccine and other recommendations

Deployment imminent: Our Occupational Medicine physicians will screen individuals to determine if the individual is ready for deployment.

Post-deployment: After returning home, individuals will:

  • Complete questionnaires regarding their deployment experience
  • Receive recommended health assessments
     

Sign up for the Disaster Preparedness Program