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The Joint Commission eliminates standards to align with CMS
Out of the more than 90 standards dropped from two programs, there are two of which facilities managers should be especially aware
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Regulatory
Codes & Standards
Tracking ASHRAE news and standards open for comment
A list of ASHRAE addenda, revisions and drafts affecting health care open for public comment plus other updates
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Codes & Standards
NFPA 70B changing from guideline to standard
NFPA 70B's evolution from a guideline to a standard in 2023 could present regulatory conflicts for health care facilities
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Regulatory
Tracking news and updates from CMS
A list of memos, guidance and other news and updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
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Codes & Standards
The Joint Commission publishes new physical environment standards
The revised Life Safety and Environment of Care chapters will go into effect January 2023
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Special report
Comprehensive emergency management programs
The Joint Commission updates its requirements, reflecting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid's Conditions of Participation.
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News
HHS updates its list of hazard vulnerability analysis tools
The list includes ASHE's revamped HVA, which creates a more holistic and interactive approach to emergency preparedness
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Advocacy Adviser
TJC rolls out changes for emergency management
ASHE's new Emergency Management Checklist helps to ensure compliance with 60 new standards from The Joint Commission
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Compliance+Operations
Managing confined spaces within health facilities
Developing a confined space program in compliance with OSHA requirements
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Design
FGI’s Guidelines balance risk and cost
An overview of the 2022 Guidelines for Design and Construction documents and a look forward to the 2026 cycle
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