Training - January 2022
Patients, Staff Need Risk-Based Standards on Cleanliness
One would think that a hospital accredited by the Joint Commission is clean, but that is no guarantee.
1/31/2022
Cyber Attacks Are on the Rise, What Can Hospitals Do?
Despite beefing up cybersecurity efforts during pandemic, healthcare facilities still remain vulnerable.
1/31/2022
Cyber Attacks Are on the Rise, What Can Hospitals Do?
Despite beefing up cybersecurity efforts during pandemic, healthcare facilities still remain vulnerable.
1/31/2022
Cyber Attacks Are on the Rise, What Can Hospitals Do?
Despite beefing up cybersecurity efforts during pandemic, healthcare facilities still remain vulnerable.
1/31/2022
Healthcare Industry Looks Toward Digital Transformation
More U.S. healthcare providers are leaning on digital transformations to help them with ongoing challenges of COVID-19 pandemic.
1/27/2022
Healthcare Industry Looks Toward Digital Transformation
More U.S. healthcare providers are leaning on digital transformations to help them with ongoing challenges of COVID-19 pandemic.
1/27/2022
Lighting Technology Innovates During Pandemic
Lighting professionals discuss the way lighting technology has evolved.
1/26/2022
Groups Target Alzheimer’s Safety in Long-Term Care
Organizations will partner to evaluate ongoing scientific issues, standards and performance measures, and quality improvement initiatives.
1/26/2022
Healthcare Renovations: Working in Challenging Environments
An ICRA operates as a blueprint to ensure all those involved in construction and renovations are working to prevent harm to patients.
1/25/2022
Should Patients Be Wary of New Healthcare Technology?
Hospitals have implemented new technologies rapidly during the pandemic, but are they the safest choices?
1/25/2022
Should Patients Be Wary of New Healthcare Technology?
Hospitals have implemented new technologies rapidly during the pandemic, but are they the safest choices?
1/25/2022
How to Successfully Manage Hardscapes
Attitudes toward hardscape management at healthcare facilities have changed in recent years, creating unique opportunities.
1/21/2022
Healthcare Facilities Rethink Benefits to Help Retain Staff
Great Resignation has made it harder for employers to retain workers and recruit new workers.
1/21/2022
How Does Light Impact Patient Care?
UV-C light has been proven to disinfect surfaces, helping patients, staff, and visitors stay healthy
1/20/2022
OSHA Cites Medical Center Over Workplace Violence
Security officers, nurses, assistants, and technicians were exposed to violence related to patient interactions
1/20/2022
Survey Reveals Need for More Safety Resources in Healthcare
Responses reveal impact of changes brought on by new technology, changing expectations, and COVID-19 pandemic.
1/19/2022
Why It Is Time To Re-Evaluate Your Cleaning Solution
Overuse of chemicals can create poor chemistry performance, but what is the best mix to keep surfaces clean?
1/18/2022
Why It Is Time To Re-Evaluate Your Cleaning Solution
Overuse of chemicals can create poor chemistry performance, but what is the best mix to keep surfaces clean?
1/18/2022
How Can FEMA Help Hospitals Mitigate and Recover from Disaster?
Following disasters, FEMA will reimburse 75-100 percent of costs for services such as debris removal, overtime pay, and infrastructure repairs
1/14/2022
The Role of Employee Feedback in the ‘Great Resignation’
Regularly listening to employee feedback can help employers retain staff
1/14/2022
Mask Requirements Continue Evolving in Healthcare
In response to the omicron variant, healthcare facilities adjust mask requirements
1/13/2022
The Threats from Dust in Healthcare Facilities
While dust is a common part of daily life, it can bring on serious health problems in healthcare facilities
1/11/2022
How To Make Sustainable Paint Choices
Paint manufacturers discuss the reasons sustainable paint choices matter in facilities
1/10/2022
Court Orders Care Facility To Pay Attorneys Over OSHA Subpoena
Behavioral health facility failed to comply with OSHA-issued subpoena for documents
1/6/2022
How To Maintain Painted Walls
Paint manufacturers discuss strategies for extending performance life of painted surfaces
1/5/2022
What Role Can 3D Printing Play in Healthcare Facilities?
Hospitals and other healthcare facilities are no stranger to new technologies, but benefits of additive manufacturing remain uncertain
1/5/2022
CDC Releases Omicron Guidelines as New Cases Surge
Guidelines address isolation and quarantine for healthcare workers, decreasing isolation time after being infected
1/5/2022
How To Protect Patient Data
With cyberattacks on the rise, every healthcare worker is responsible for protecting patient information
1/4/2022
Candida Auris Strikes Three Oregon Hospitals
First case was detected at Salem Hospital Dec. 11 in patient who had recent international healthcare exposures, and confirmed Dec. 17
1/4/2022
OSHA Withdraws Part of COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards
Action affects non-recordkeeping portions of healthcare ETS
1/3/2022
OSHA Withdraws Part of COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards
Action affects non-recordkeeping portions of healthcare ETS
1/3/2022
Case Study: Bottom-Line Sustainability with Modular Casework
Strategy contributes to waste-reduction strategy with source reduction, efficient design and standardization
1/3/2022
