ZiROP (Hospital Disaster Response Plan)

ZiROP stands for "Ziekenhuis Rampen Opvang Plan" in Dutch, which translates to "Hospital Disaster Response Plan." It is a protocol used by hospitals in the Netherlands to prepare for and manage emergency situations, ensuring the safety of patients and staff during crises. In a disaster situation, the hospital shifts from regular care to scaled-up care, preparing to accommodate a large number of casualties. Nerve Centre plays a crucial role in this process.

In the event of a large-scale crisis or disaster, coordinated deployment of services and organization across various disciplines is essential. Doctors, specialists, and other key personnel must be summoned as quickly as possible. Operating rooms need to be cleared for the arrival of casualties, and sufficient capacity must be available in the ICU. No time can be wasted. With the help of Nerve Centre, the right people can be alerted swiftly, involved parties can communicate directly via a conference call, and ambulances can be registered at the designated hospital. In this way, the impact of a disaster can be mitigated.