Operational Excellence

INFECTION CONTROL
What environmental services departments should know about pathogens like measles and bird flu and how to stop their spread.
ASHE NEWS
The new MyASHE Response Committee will work in coordination with the ASHE Regulatory Affairs Team to monitor and respond to critical questions.
CONFERENCE PREVIEW
Taking place Aug. 2-5 in Minneapolis, the conference features tailored tracks to align with distinct knowledge levels and career stages.
MEMBER TO MEMBER
From risk assessments to rounding, several free and easy-to-use tools will help keep healthcare environments and occupants safe.
SAFETY
Five strategies to avoid heat emergencies among healthcare staff working outdoors and in other high-heat conditions. .
REGULATORY
The final rule, which aims to address conflicts of interest and the need for standardized processes, is open for public comment until Aug. 17.
POWER SKILLS SERIES
From attribution errors to groupthink, a breakdown of 13 common cognitive biases helps to define social perception and how it informs our understanding of other people’s actions.
CODES & STANDARDS
Although recent changes to Joint Commission’s physical environment standards have eliminated some requirements, it could be beneficial to keep certain practices intact .
REGULATORY
After reviewing data on heat-related illness across industries, OSHA has updated its policies and procedures to ensure the health of workers.
CODES & STANDAARDS
The amendment signals progress for facilities wanting to implement these systems to help reduce workplace violence while adhering to life safety requirements.