Study of Zanjan Rehabilitation Preparedness in Unexpected Disasters in 2009

Background According to the studies, most health services centers were damaged during or after disasters in Zanjan. In order to mobilize and resist in disasters, these centers should have an adequate preparation. The aim of this research is to study preparation level of Zanjan province rehabilitation centers in unexpected disasters in 2009.MethodsThe methodology of this research wants to study preparation level of 16 rehabilitation centers of Zanjan province in disasters. By using of a checklist and SPSS, all items were surveyed and analyzed. This checklist including demographic information, crisis management structure, Training and cooperation in the health centers.FindingsNone of Zanjan rehabilitation centers do anything about crisis management structure. Based on results, rehabilitation centers in Zanjan are not in a strong position in planning and preparedness in unexpected disasters. In coordination within and outside the organization, two rehabilitation centers are in a good position and three are normal, while 11 other centers are in a weak status.ConclusionThe results show that the mentioned centers require being prepared at the time of crisis and unexpected disasters. Therefore, it is necessary to establish some strict rules about crisis management and also preparation programs in the guidelines.