As I think I’ve noted once or twice over the last little while, I’ve been spending a fair amount of time rummaging around above the ceilings of...Read More »
When it comes down to compliance in the healthcare physical environment, the “true” Authority Having Jurisdiction resides with the folks at CMS,...Read More »
As an old EVS hand, I am always fascinated by the improvements in cleaning methods, including the introduction of new equipment. I still remember...Read More »
Lighting is a necessity in a healthcare setting at all times, not just during an emergency. When a power outage or other crisis takes out everyday...Read More »
Fire safety is a critical concern, especially in high-risk environments like operating rooms, where multiple ignition sources and flammable...Read More »
One of the less frequently occurring conditions (at least in healthcare circles) is instances of fire alarm/suppression systems impairments that...Read More »
It seems that lately I’ve run into too many instances in which critical infrastructure components have failed because they have reached the end of...Read More »
Regular trash is bad enough, but the things that laboratories throw out are dangerous as well as egregious: used needles and sharps, body fluids,...Read More »