Engineering Compliance
CODES+STANDARDS
The organization advocates for evidence-backed codes and standards through its work with the Fire Protection Research Foundation.
CHECKLIST
Plus: The Joint Commission updates two standards, OSHA implements COVID-19 program and firms issue cyber safety information.
ADVOCACY ADVISER
From recruiting other departments for inspection rounds to developing an AEM, there are ways to simplify inspection, testing and maintenance.
ADVOCACY
A subtle change in the 2018 edition of NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code, could lead to patient care issues if left unresolved.
CHECKLIST
Plus: AHA targets emergency preparedness, and CMS issues guidance on co-location and validation surveys.
ADVOCACY ADVISER
What you need to know about regulatory compliance requirements for 'maintenance-free' batteries.
SPECIAL REPORT
Sixty years after the infamous Hartford Hospital fire, facilities leaders say the health care physical environment is safer but code updates lag.
INTERVIEW
President and CEO Jim Pauley discusses what's ahead as NFPA marks 125 years as leaders in fire safety.
CODES & STANDARDS
The public commenting window for the FDA's draft guidance on medical device remanufacturing closes Sept. 22.
CHECKLIST
Plus: CMS issues guidelines on emergency preparedness, and The Joint Commission reverses a decision on sprinkler stock.