Hospital Emergency Code Systems
How Color-Coded Alerts Save Lives in Surgical Hospitals
Advanced Patient Safety Systems in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Are Hospital Emergency Code Systems?
Hospital Emergency Code Systems are standardized color-coded alerts used to communicate emergencies quickly and clearly across the hospital—especially in OTs, ICUs, recovery rooms, and wards.
They allow instant response without causing panic among patients and visitors.
Why Emergency Code Systems Are Critical in Surgical Hospitals
In surgical settings, emergencies can arise suddenly:
❌ Cardiac arrest
❌ Fire hazards
❌ Gas leaks
❌ Infant security threats
❌ Violent situations
Clear codes ensure:
✔ Faster response
✔ Role clarity
✔ Reduced confusion
✔ Improved survival rates
Seconds matter.
Common Hospital Emergency Codes (India – Standard Practice)
🔵 Code Blue – Medical Emergency
✔ Cardiac arrest
✔ Respiratory failure
✔ Collapse in OT/ICU/ward
➡ Immediate resuscitation team response
🔴 Code Red – Fire Emergency
✔ Fire or smoke detection
✔ OT, ICU, electrical rooms
➡ Fire safety & evacuation protocol activated
🟡 Code Yellow – Disaster / Mass Casualty
✔ Multiple casualties
✔ External disasters
✔ Hospital surge situations
➡ Disaster management plan initiated
🟣 Code Violet – Violent or Aggressive Behavior
✔ Threat to staff or patients
✔ Security risk
➡ Security & administrative response
🟠 Code Orange – Hazardous Material Spill
✔ Chemical spill
✔ Gas leak
✔ Biomedical hazard
➡ Area isolation & safety protocol
🟢 Code Green – Evacuation
✔ Structural threat
✔ Fire spread risk
➡ Safe evacuation initiated
🟡 Code Pink – Infant / Child Abduction
✔ Pediatric security alert
➡ Immediate lockdown & surveillance
Emergency Code Activation Process
1️⃣ Emergency identified
2️⃣ Code announced (PA system / internal alert)
3️⃣ Designated response team mobilized
4️⃣ Area secured
5️⃣ Incident documented
Standardization prevents chaos.
Role of OT & ICU Staff During Emergency Codes
✔ Surgeons – patient stabilization
✔ Anesthetists – airway & vitals
✔ Nurses – CPR, medication, documentation
✔ Technicians – equipment readiness
✔ Security – area control
Teamwork saves lives.
Emergency Codes in Operation Theatres
✔ Code Blue during anesthesia
✔ Code Red for OT fire
✔ Code Orange for gas leaks
OT staff are trained for immediate containment.
Training & Mock Drills
✔ Regular mock drills
✔ Staff orientation programs
✔ Simulation-based training
✔ Audit & feedback
Prepared teams respond faster.
Emergency Code Documentation & Audit
✔ Incident reports
✔ Response time tracking
✔ Root cause analysis
✔ Continuous improvement
Learning from every event.
NABH & Emergency Code Compliance
NABH requires:
✔ Defined emergency codes
✔ Staff awareness
✔ Drill records
✔ Documentation
Compliance = accreditation safety.
Emergency Code Systems at Aayush Multispeciality Hospital
✔ Clearly defined color codes
✔ Trained OT, ICU & ward teams
✔ Regular mock drills
✔ Rapid response protocols
Safety beyond surgery.
Why Dr. Ankur Bhanushali Emphasizes Emergency Preparedness
✔ Protects surgical patients
✔ Ensures OT & ICU safety
✔ Reduces preventable deaths
✔ Builds patient trust
Prepared hospitals save more lives.
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Address
📍 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
🌐 https://drankurbhanushali.com
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Dr. Ankur Surgical Clinic – Full Address
📍 Shop No 4, Laxmi Krupa Building, Edulji Road, Charai, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33066
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