Operational Excellence

COVER STORY
The COVID-19 pandemic reinforced the need for physical environment expertise .
SAFETY
A simple but innovative device eliminated a ligature risk at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.
NEWS
The ASHE Academy program provides facilities management and construction education that can be tailored for individual professional needs.
COMPLIANCE + OPERATIONS
Updates and accuracy are keys to managing living documents and successfully performing facility inspections.
COVER STORY
The International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety reference has been revised for emerging areas in health care facilities.
STUDYING SPACES
Four steps to help health care organizations safely bring staff back into the workspace.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
A new ASHE handbook provides lessons for both new and experienced professionals, covering broad skills and specific responsibilities.
ASHE TOOL
Integrating training into staff culture can help with job satisfaction and operational continuity.
COVER STORY
Atrium Health’s Energy Connect trains staff to help boost efficiency performance.
INTERVIEW
ASHE Director of Education Lisa Bluhm discusses upcoming opportunities and the future of continuing education .