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Designing the post-pandemic hospital

Health care facilities planners are thinking ahead to prepare for future challenges.

October 31, 2021 by Ed Avis

ASHE publishes revised infection control risk assessment guide

The ICRA 2.0 includes several improvements and clarifications to help in prevention planning for construction projects.

October 31, 2021 by Jonathan Flannery, CHFM, FASHE, MHSA, FACHE

A look at the history of fire safety

Sixty years after the infamous Hartford Hospital fire, facilities leaders say the health care physical environment is safer but code updates lag.

October 31, 2021 by Jonathan Hart, PE, SASHE, CHC

EVS considerations in hospital design

Holistic design that pays special attention to environmental services workflow can help to prevent the spread of HAIs more efficiently.

October 31, 2021 by Tom Bergin

HFM News

Tracking ASHRAE Standards open for comment

A list of ASHRAE addenda, revisions and drafts affecting health care open for public comment.

November 19, 2021 By HFM Staff

Resources to combat smoke intrusion

Whether from natural disasters or safety incidents, health care facilities can call on a number of resources to eliminate dangerous smoke infiltration.

November 12, 2021 By Jonathan Flannery, CHFM, FASHE, MHSA, FACHE

The benefits of RCM at a systemwide level

For larger health care organizations, scaling reliability-centered maintenance systemwide results in greater alignment and efficiency.

November 1, 2021 By G. Andy Woommavovah, CHFM

Editor's Picks

Data-driven operational planning

Developing a template to help reach and master the next level of facilities performance.

September 30, 2021 By Lorissa MacAllister, Ph.D., AIA, LEED AP

No substitute for a good filter

Wake Forest Baptist Hospital performs real-world testing on its air handler system to improve infection prevention efforts.

September 30, 2021 By Bill Payne, CHFM, CFPS, SASHE and Werner E. Bischoff, M.D., MS, Ph.D., FSHEA

AHE names the 2021 Environmental Services Department of the Year winners

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital/Cottage Health and Geisinger Community Medical Center demonstrate best practices and innovative approaches.

September 30, 2021 By Erik Martin

Designing the post-pandemic hospital

Health care facilities planners are thinking ahead to prepare for future challenges.

October 31, 2021 by Ed Avis

The history of hospital fire drills

With the help of updated codes and lessons learned, health care has made great strides in fire prevention in the last century.

September 27, 2021 by Joshua Brackett, PE, SASHE, CHFM and Derek Watson

Key design strategies for pandemic resilience

An interdisciplinary team of architects, engineers, clinicians and medical planners have created a guide for hospital planning.

October 31, 2021 by HFM Staff

Design Center

Letting the light in

Designers bring new rays of hope to behavioral health facilities. Read the related article "Building better behavioral health care facilities."

Nurses in the design process

A gallery of images of nurses working with design teams and the results of their work.

Green flooring

A gallery showing sustainable flooring options in health care facilities.

Health facility lighting

Tunable white light adds to patient comfort and well-being.

Web Exclusives

Recovering from natural disasters

Accessing FEMA assistance for disaster support and mitigation.

November 12, 2021 by Scott Cormier
Designing opportunity out of challenge

The Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo returns to Austin, Texas this December 6-8.

October 25, 2021 by Jenabeth Ferguson
Improving domestic hot water delivery in hospitals

Identify common problems and consistently deliver hot water throughout the facility

October 1, 2021 by Greg Swafford, CPD, GPD

Inside HFM

Conferences and workshop bring year to a strong finish

ASHE President Antonio Suarez reflects on triumphs of the past year and looks toward a successful 2022.

October 26, 2021 by Antonio Suarez, MBA, CHFM, FASHE

Interview

NFPA celebrates the evolution of fire safety

President and CEO Jim Pauley discusses what's ahead as NFPA marks 125 years as leaders in fire safety.

October 31, 2021 by Jamie Morgan

Field Report

Renovation process renews OR flooring

Centennial Hills Hospital chose a simple but effective solution to upgrade and protect its OR floor.

October 31, 2021 by HFM Staff

News

Transfer and operations center coordinates care

Staff at Renown Health's Transfer and Operation Center keep patients flowing safely and efficiently through the care process.

October 31, 2021 by Megan Headley

Codes & Standards

CDC updates COVID-19 infection control guidance

Plus: ASHE weighs in on ventilation standards and The Joint Commission issues vaccine mandate.

October 31, 2021 by HFM Staff

Products

Hygiene a key feature in plumbing equipment

Other issues include ligature resistance, accessibility, sustainability and ease of installation.

October 31, 2021 by Neal Lorenzi

Design Spotlight

Caring for the whole patient

State-of-the-art center features the latest tech for cancer treatment while hospitality design concepts reinforce the personal side of care.

October 31, 2021 by HFM Staff

Special Report

How networking can help develop your professional reputation

Making connections through mentorship and peer-to-peer networking can help move your career to the next level.

March 31, 2021 by Ed Avis

Expert Insights

Performing a psychiatric inpatient bathroom evaluation

New tool helps to manage safety and ligature risks in behavioral health settings.

October 31, 2021 by Sherri Reyes, MA and Kevin Turner, AIA

From Our Archives

Repurposing big-box retail spaces

An essential checklist to help guide the repurposing of vacant structures into medical spaces.

September 28, 2020 by Chris Lambrecht
Building a continuity of operations plan

A rundown of key regulations and factors to build a solid continuity of operations plan.

September 24, 2020 by Susan B. McLaughlin, FASHE, CHFM, CHSP
Virtual inspections see growing acceptance

Remote compliance audits are gaining popularity amongst the regulatory community as technology advances.

September 24, 2020 by Erik J. Martin

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