Be an ASHE member in good standing

In today’s ever-changing health care environment, maintaining compliance is critical. As American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) members and those considering membership, we’re well-positioned to navigate regulatory complexities and shape the future of health care facilities. But what does it mean to be an ASHE member in good standing from a compliance perspective?

Being a member in good standing extends beyond timely dues payment. ASHE provides numerous compliance-focused resources that directly impact your facilities’ regulatory preparedness. By participating in ASHE’s efforts, you’ll connect with professionals facing similar compliance challenges and gain insights into code interpretations and regulatory strategies.

Participation could include joining a compliance-focused task force, engaging in regulatory advocacy, attending code-focused meetings and contributing to standards development. Members with strong compliance records often share their expertise in technical monographs and regulatory publications.

The benefits of membership provide significant compliance value. Regulatory-focused education, authoritative publications and comprehensive online resources help maintain facility compliance. Additionally, ASHE’s critical advocacy efforts influence health care regulations and standards, directly benefiting members’ compliance efforts.

ASHE compliance development opportunities include specialized credentialing pathways, connections with regulatory experts and access to code interpretation tools. The MyASHE online community (my.ashe.org) is an excellent platform for addressing compliance questions with peers in the field.

Future columns will continue to explore compliance excellence through ASHE membership, including maximizing regulatory resources, integrating compliance into workflows and engagement with compliance initiatives at local and national levels. 

Laurie Anseth, CHFM, SASHE, account director for JLL at Main Line Health System in Radnor, Pa.