Strengthening Emergency Preparedness with Tabletop Exercises

Strengthening Emergency Preparedness with Tabletop Exercises

According to AlertMedia, tabletop exercises are a simple, low-cost way for organizations to strengthen their emergency preparedness without the disruption or expense of large-scale drills. These discussion-based exercises bring key stakeholders together to walk through realistic scenarios, helping teams practice decision-making, coordination, and communication before a crisis strikes.

That’s why CHUG & ACR are teaming up to offer their joint tabletop exercise, Operation “Major Flood,” on Tuesday, September 23rd at 10:00 AM Central / 11:00 AM Eastern. The live, interactive event challenges healthcare organizations to simulate a large-scale flood and test every aspect of their emergency operations—from water supply and evacuation to recovery planning.

Just like the tabletop exercises recommended by regulators and insurers, CHUG’s scenario provides participants with a structured, high-impact rehearsal that strengthens preparedness, meets compliance requirements, and fosters collaboration across departments.

By engaging in programs like this, healthcare leaders not only sharpen their response strategies but also gain access to CHUG’s broader mutual aid system, ensuring they are better equipped to protect patients, staff, and facilities when real emergencies strike.

The key to successfully mitigating any emergency is preparedness. CHUG members have access to a comprehensive suite of educational workshops that utilize real-life case studies to teach effective responses to storms and emergency situations. This training can be lifesaving. Not a member? Become a member today. Already a member? Visit the Member Portal for a full calendar of events and member-exclusive content.