The IWK Emergency Preparedness team is responsible for coordinating hospital-wide emergency response plans. The team works with hospital leaders and external partners to ensure a safe environment for our patients, families, visitors, and staff.
What are emergency colour codes?
Like most hospitals, IWK Health identifies emergency situations through the use of colour codes. The emergency colour code notification system requires immediate action from key groups in the hospital. All staff at the IWK are aware of each colour code and how to respond to keep the hospital environment safe for patients, families and staff.
If you hear an emergency colour code announced:
• Remain calm - our staff are trained in emergency response.
• Listen for further instructions
• Provide space for emergency responders
• Respect the privacy of the patient and team by staying away from the area if a code is called at a particular patient room