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September 2021
Volume: 34
Edition: 8
The Association for the Health Care Environment named the 2021 Environmental Services Departments of the Year: Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital/Cottage Health and Geisinger Community Medical Center. Read this month's cover story to learn more about the award-winning teams. Also in this issue: Previews of the AHE Symposium and ASHE Academy; combining care and research in a mental health facility; research on air handlers; the latest in cleaning and disinfection products; and data driven operational planning.
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ASHE Tool
‘Decomplicating’ the mystery around asset management
ASHE members can access a tool that aids in developing a health care facility asset risk management plan
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Advocacy Adviser
Conducting an FGI safety risk assessment
Guidance on how to outline a safety risk assessment and why it's best to do it early in the design process
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Upfront
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Operations
Health care facilities prepare for the next return to work wave
Two health care facilities leaders weigh in on best practices for organizations welcoming staff back into the physical environment
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Infection prevention
VA system creates infection control training ground
The zombie-themed escape room provided hands-on infection prevention and control training for three years prior to the pandemic
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Technology
UNC Health brings care closer to patients
Strategically placed telehealth booths in public places allow patients without internet access to make virtual appointment
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Design
Children’s hospital blends history with progress
Children's Hospital New Orleans preserved historic buildings while giving them a new purpose
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Checklist
The Joint Commission pushes violence prevention
Plus: CMS continues to offer regulatory flexibility during surge, new infection prevention training and more
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Interview
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Interview
AHE president discusses EVS and the pandemic
Brad Winnie reflects on the past year and how AHE has provided critical thought leadership for EVS and infection control
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Solutions
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Products & Services
Solutions: Floor care and waste management
Floor care, waste management and other products on our radar
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Field Report
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Field Report: Technology
Communication tech improves ED flow
Continually improving emergency department throughput is a priority at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional
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Cover Story
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2021 Environmental Services Departments of the Year
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
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2021 Environmental Services Departments of the Year
Effective management, collaboration and COVID-19 efforts drive performance
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital/Cottage Health named a 2021 Environmental Services Department of the Year winner
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2021 Environmental Services Department of the Year
Bringing teamwork, efficiency and dedication to environmental services
Geisinger Community Medical Center named a 2021 Environmental Services Department of the Year
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Events
AHE Symposium event preview
The first-ever AHE Symposium provides a unique opportunity to participate in focused, collaborative and engaging educational sessions
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Special report
ASHE Academy event preview
The upcoming educational program offers customized learning experiences for health facilities management professionals
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Design
Project integrates care and research in one facility
The new Nancy Friend Pritzker Psychiatry Building presents a novel approach for mental health projects
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Marketplace
Cleaning and disinfection products for health care
New solutions in the market are helping EVS departments provide a clean and safe environment
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Compliance + Operations
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Compliance + Operations
Data-driven operational planning
Developing a template to help reach and master the next level of facilities performance
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Architecture Showcase
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Architecture Showcase
Children's hospital design brightens community
Light and color fill the new Cherese Mari Laulhere Children’s Village to patients' delight
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