Preparedness of a Military Hospital against Chemical Incidents: Based on the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons Scenario
Volume 11, Issue 1, Winter 2026, Pages 826-831
https://doi.org/10.30491/hpr.2025.550085.1519
Mohsen Abbasi Farajzadeh, Mohamad Belal, Ehsan Teymourzadeh, Ali Nasiri, Ismail Heidarnalu, Seyed Samane Mir Esmaili, Alireza Basiri, Yasin TorabiFard
Abstract Background: Evaluating preparedness in the health sector, particularly within hospitals, is crucial for mitigating the impact of uncontrollable disasters like chemical incidents.
Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the readiness of a military hospital in Tehran to respond effectively to such emergencies.
Methods: In this study, data were collected using a standardized and validated questionnaire, specifically the Hospital Preparedness Tool for Chemical Crises, developed to assess the readiness of the selected military hospital in Tehran.
Results: According to the study's results, the overall level of preparedness at the hospital was assessed as "very good," with a total score of 119. Among the six areas examined in the selected hospital, the highest score was for the planning and guidelines area, with points (73.94%), and in the "very good" category. In contrast, the lowest score was for the risk assessment and early warning area with 7 points (70%), and in the "good" category.
Conclusion: Based on the study findings, the performance of the selected hospital in various dimensions of preparedness and response is assessed at a very favorable level. Also, the hospital has significant capabilities in improving preparedness for various events, including chemical incidents.