Operations
Popular micromobility devices pose new fire threat in facilities
Hospitals need to educate themselves on how to balance rising use of micromobility transportation with physical environment safety
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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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Maintenance
Repairing fire-rated assemblies
Determining when and when not to ‘scab’ fire-rated assemblies should be guided by key industry standards
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Operations
Electric vehicle charging in parking garages presents new hazards
How to mitigate increased fire risks of an increasingly popular sustainability initiative.
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Codes+Standards
ASHE supports research to improve regulations
The organization advocates for evidence-backed codes and standards through its work with the Fire Protection Research Foundation
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Advocacy Adviser
Health care microgrids attract NFPA attention
Next edition of NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code will address emerging energy distribution system
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Planning
Plan review for compounding rooms
Engaging pharmacy staff in the planning stages of new facilities
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Planning
What to expect during certification of compounding spaces
An explanation on how USP enforces air quality, airflow and pressurization requirements
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Planning
Pharmacy compliance advice
Monograph helps hospitals get up to speed on USP requirements
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Patient Safety
ASHE’s three-step, ligature-risk guidance
How to identify, observe and remove ligature risks in patient settings
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