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How to comment on the 2022 FGI Guidelines
Get comments in by Sept. 30 to help shape the next edition of <i>Guidelines</i>
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Architecture
FGI opens up 2022 Guidelines for public comment
Facility Guidelines Institute walks through revisions to the 2022 <em>Guidelines</em> now open for public comment
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Cover story
ASHE tools aid understanding of regulations
The Member Tools Task Force has created a number of resources to help address common compliance issues
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Cover story
Pandemic may influence code changes
The ICC says it is in the early stages of code change discussions that could have a lasting impact
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Cover story
ASHE provides advocacy guidance for current challenges
From ASHRAE standards to NFPA codes, the association works to bring clarity to health facilities operations
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Checklist
The Joint Commission resumes surveys with changes
Plus: HHS resources to manage civil unrest, and CMS action on nursing home infection control measures
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Advocacy Adviser
Research and testing regarding fire doors
ASHE makes plans to test and study how door gap sizes influence fire door performance during a fire
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Inside HFM
Deferring ITM: Safety or sacrifice?
Flexibility on ITM requirements has helped to ensure overall safety of health care environments during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Compliance + Operations
Determining the hazard levels of refrigerants in health facilities
Simple table helps to categorize refrigerants by level of toxicity and flammability
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Compliance + Operations
Managing flammable and toxic refrigerants
These standards serve as an invaluable resource to help ensure safety in health care facilities
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