Darryl saw the low CO2 level alarm on the microbiology incubator and went to change the tank in the nearby storage room. The valve cover seemed stuck on the replacement tank and Darryl was unable to remove it with his hands. He found a hammer and began to hit the valve cover to loosen it. The...
Ambulatory surgery centers (ASC) face unique challenges in fire safety and compliance. For example, the fire extinguisher used in an ASC may be different than the one used in a hospital due to the ASC’s unique environment and potential hazards. It's not just about meeting the standards—it's...
Training and education in any professional role can help individuals improve their skills and learning competencies. Training and education opportunities, however, often get sidelined by day-to-day duties and lost in performance reviews. That should not be the case, and certainly when it comes...
Check whether smoke detectors are at least 36 inches from heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) vents to ensure they detect smoke right away.
Check whether smoke detectors are at least 36 inches from heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) vents to ensure they detect smoke right away.
As one might imagine, I’ve had the chance to review a lot of different risk assessments over the course of the last little while (OK, maybe more than a little while…unless 20-plus years is a little while). One of the interesting dynamics I’ve encountered relates to the surveillance of...
In an era of rapid technological advancement and shifting regulatory landscapes, healthcare facilities face the dual challenge of ensuring patient safety and meeting stringent compliance standards. Organizations continue to grapple with integrating smart technologies for life safety, developing...
In an era of rapid technological advancement and shifting regulatory landscapes, healthcare facilities face the dual challenge of ensuring patient safety and meeting stringent compliance standards. Organizations continue to grapple with integrating smart technologies for life safety, developing...
Facilities might start seeing more CMS surveys soon as the agency lowers the initial level of certification for its own Life Safety Code® (LSC) surveyor candidates.