Codes + Standards

ADVOCACY ADVISER
A list of noteworthy revisions up for approval for the next edition of NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code.
COMPLIANCE + OPERATIONS
Facility managers must be well-versed in recent codes and compliance data to avoid deficiencies.
CODES+STANDARDS
Plus: AHA urges USP to delay dates for new guidelines and Joint Commission addresses suicide.
ADVOCACY ADVISOR
The proposal period to submit public comments to the FGI Guidelines is open until July 1.
PATIENT SAFETY
ASHE advocacy expert breaks down how to design for continuous observation in various health care settings.
ADVOCACY ADVISOR
How to navigate the Federal Register and participate in shaping health care regulations.
COMPLIANCE+OPERATIONS
NFPA standard helps hospitals and others to coordinate active-shooter event planning.
DESIGN
Classification system helps architects meet planning requirements.
ASHE TOOLS
ASHE resource helps facilities managers prepare for compliance surveys.
COMPLIANCE + OPERATIONS
New ASHE reference tackles egress- and fire-door issues in health care facilities.