Hospitals facing a sudden rise in emergency department patients
may find it necessary to establish a surge tent for triage
purposes.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPHi) issued guidance
to assist hospitals in preparing for tent utilization which
delineates requirements for obtaining written authorization for
tent deployment. It outlines key considerations for planning,
setting up, and operating surge tents to expand healthcare
capacity during times of increased patient demand.
Additionally, the California Hospital Association has published a
memo addressing the use of surge tents in hospitals. These
resources can aid in streamlining the approval process for
hospitals deploying surge tents.
