³¯Ñô³Ô¹ÏWet Location Tool
This tool can be used to assess operating rooms to determine whether they are wet procedure locations. The tool can be used to help comply with the 2012 edition of NFPA 99. The tool methodology is provided, and can be customized to meet the needs of various health care organizations.
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On-Demand Educational Webinars
Reference Standards in the 2012 Edition of NFPA 101 and their Impact on the Operation of Health Care
Recorded May 18, 2016
Speakers: William E. Koffel, P.E., FSFPE and Mark J.
On-Demand Educational Webinars
Recorded May 17, 2016
Speakers: Robert Reardon and Leslie Hanson
A building’s HVAC system is designed to perform several tasks: filter, cool, heat, humidify, dehumidify, pressurize, and/or exhaust.
Positive vs Negative
Operating room and protective isolation = Positive
Airborne isolation = Negative