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NFPA weekly update: Dec. 30, 2024 to Jan. 3, 2025 NFPA released the agenda for the next NFPA 99 meeting and opened a tentative interim amendment for public input Jan 3, 2025 By HFM Staff
ASHRAE guidelines and standards open for comment A list of ASHRAE addenda, revisions and drafts affecting health care open for public comment Jan 3, 2025 By HFM Staff
DNV changes its accreditation process The accrediting organization updated its surveying requirements for documentation access and review Dec 15, 2024 By ASHE Staff
Enhancing health care facility safety The role of design and commissioning in infection prevention and control Nov 13, 2024 By Nicole Imeson, P.L. (Eng.)
Chemically compatible plumbing in health care environments For health care settings, the chemical resistance of thermoplastic plumbing materials is vital Nov 7, 2024 By Charlotte Pipe and Foundry
Managing multiple interests in facilities management Best practices for health systems when choosing to work with external partner organizations Nov 5, 2024 By Laurie Anseth
Top 10 physical environment findings DNV Healthcare shares the most common survey nonconformances cited by its surveyors Sep 10, 2024 By Clinton Butts, CFPS, CHOP
Interior surface options for health care facilities Health care facilities opt for surfaces that are durable, sustainable and easy to maintain Sep 10, 2024 By Neal Lorenzi
Maintenance practices for all-electric utilities The growing focus on sustainability is moving organizations to strongly consider all-electric central utility plants over more traditional approaches Sep 3, 2024 By Devin Hugie and Joe Brothman
Elevating patient and caregiver experience through interior design Pediatric hospital enhances wayfinding and inclusivity with graphical elements Nov 6, 2024 By Landon Hegedus
A new paradigm for pediatric care Utah hospital designed to support young patients’ physical and mental well-being alike Oct 16, 2024 By HFM Staff
A cardiac care destination An expansive heart care facility put Iowa’s Mercy Medical Center on the map Aug 15, 2024 By HFM Staff
Gratitude for a banner year Outgoing ASHE President ASHE Skanda Skandaverl reflects on great strides made by the organization and its members in 2024 Dec 6, 2024 By Skanda Skandaverl
Building the future of nurses in design Kristina Krail, president of the Nursing Institute for Healthcare Design, recounts her diverse career from caregiving roles through health care leadership consulting Dec 11, 2024 By Jamie Morgan
Building a foundation for staff benchmarking Four metrics to help determine staff benchmarking and allocation Jan 2, 2025 By Jason Tate
NFPA standards open for public comment Plus: The Joint Commission updates life safety standards, IAHSS updates drug diversion guideline, CMS updates signage on patient rights Oct 3, 2024 By HFM Staff
Ceiling solution heightens comfort Hospital opts for ceiling tiles that blend a natural appearance with high noise reduction properties Oct 9, 2024 By HFM Staff
Plumbing manufacturers meet hospital demands New products address infection control, sustainability and the need for automation Jun 28, 2024 By Neal Lorenzi