Incident Command
(Ham Radio Operator)
When incidents happen in a Kaiser hospital, an Incident Command system is activated. The incident command system (ICS) utilized in an event of incident requires national, regional facility activation of the emergency operations plan.
An example of an incident is a fire, earthquake, flood, or other emergency issues. Incident Command is prepared to handle all aspects of managing and dealing with issues as it relates to our hospitals. Communication is critical to help reach staff, community, and our members. This role would operate radios between hospitals and emergency command centers (regional, state, and federal).
This unique volunteer role does not require a weekly commitment expectation. All Incident Command volunteers are expected to complete the following:
Required courses through FEMA.
Complete compliance courses provided by Volunteer Services.
Complete radio training through NW EOC.
Run through practice scenarios.
Consider Before You ApplY.
Before you consider taking the necessary steps to become a volunteer we suggest that you ask yourself these questions.
Am I comfortable using HAM radios?
Can I complete the FEMA courses?
Can I complete radio training given by NW EOC?
Can I be available in an emergency situation?
Can I stay calm during an emergency?
If you answered no to any of the questions, volunteering at either Kaiser Sunnyside or Kaiser Westside may not be a good fit. Our volunteers are an important part of the service we provide so fit is important. Either way thank you for considering our program.