Codes + Standards

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Plus: CMS allows microgrid systems, FCC opens comments on rural telehealth, The Joint Commission releases sentinel event data.
REGULATORY
Public commenting on the proposed interim decision impacting health care sterilization spaces closes June 27.
REGULATORY
A list of memos, guidance and other news and updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
CODES & STANDARDS
The revised Life Safety and Environment of Care chapters will go into effect January 2023.
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Plus: Federal update on infrastructure cyber threats, 2022 FGI Guidelines released and HHS announces emission reduction initiative.
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Plus: OSHA cracks down on unreported injuries, cyber actors target power supply devices and Pacific PPE loses NIOSH approval.
CODES & STANDARDS
Combining load bank generator testing is an alternative solution for facilities unable to meet certain minimum requirements of their monthly test.
CODES+STANDARDS
The organization advocates for evidence-backed codes and standards through its work with the Fire Protection Research Foundation.
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Plus: The Joint Commission updates two standards, OSHA implements COVID-19 program and firms issue cyber safety information.
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Plus: CDC invests $2.1 billion to fight infectious disease, AAAHC issues vaccine mandate and HHS releases new resource.