/ en Wed, 25 Jun 2025 23:34:04 -0500 Wed, 25 Jun 25 08:00:00 -0500 /icra2 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:53:31 -0500 Compliance /hva Fri, 06 Mar 2015 14:26:31 -0600 Compliance /resources/tools/geninspection Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0500 Compliance /resources/display/focus-on-compliance-fire-door-checklist Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:09:00 -0500 Compliance /education-events/powering-future-practical-strategies-renewable-energy-integration-and-cost-reduction-healthcare-facilities <p>This webinar provides �����Թ�members with actionable insights and strategies for incorporating renewable energy sources into their healthcare facilities. Learn how to assess feasibility, navigate financing options, and implement projects that not only reduce your environmental footprint but also significantly lower your long-term energy costs. Real-world examples and best practices will be shared to guide you through the process.</p><h3><small class="sm">Speakers</small></h3><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/2025-05/ben-walker-100x135.jpg" alt="Ben Walker | Vice President, Renewable Energy" width="100" height="135" class="align-left">Ben Walker | Vice President, Renewable Energy, Environ</strong><br>Ben Walker oversees Environ’s renewable energy offerings. This includes on-site renewables like rooftop or carport solar; off-site procurement via PPAs or VPPAs; incentive programs like community solar; and Environmental Attributes Certificates like RECs or Carbon Offsets.  </p><div><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/2025-05/steve-schramm-100x135.jpg" alt="Steve Schramm, Senior Energy Advisor, Environ" width="100" height="135" class="align-left">Steve Schramm, Senior Energy Advisor, Environ</strong><br>Steve Schramm leads business development for Environ’s Healthcare vertical. This includes educating clients on the benefits of VPPA programs, energy-efficiency projects, carbon tracking, sustainability training and energy procurement.</p></div><div><p>Please Note: This is a Lunch & Learn program and is not eligible for CEUs.<br>DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by presenters in this program should not be construed as directly representing the views of the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE). �����Թ�does not endorse any products or services promoted in this program. By registering, you agree �����Թ�can share your contact information with the webinar sponsor.</p></div> Thu, 22 May 2025 13:11:18 -0500 Compliance /education-events/keeping-up-ashe-icra-2-adoption-key-trends-best-practices-challenging-situations-webinar <p>The introduction of �����Թ�ICRA 2.0™ has significantly improved guidelines for managing healthcare construction risks, but implementing these updated standards effectively can still present challenges, especially in complex scenarios like active healthcare spaces, emergency repairs, behavioral health environments, and space-constrained areas.</p><p>Join our experts as they break down recent survey findings on ICRA 2.0™ adoption, highlight common implementation challenges, and share solutions. Gain actionable insights to help your team navigate complex infection control scenarios, improve compliance, and ensure patient safety during renovations and maintenance projects.</p><h3><small class="sm">Learning objectives:</small></h3><ul><li>Review current trends in the adoption of �����Թ�ICRA 2.0™, including who is leading infection control implementation and where healthcare teams see the greatest impact.</li><li>Identify common challenges healthcare facilities encounter when implementing ICRA 2.0™.</li><li>Learn practical strategies for effectively applying ICRA 2.0™ guidelines in complex, real-world scenarios.</li><li>Understand best practices for maintaining compliance and proactively managing infection control risks, even during unexpected situations and urgent repairs.</li><li>Discover actionable insights from industry experts that will help your team implement and adapt ICRA 2.0™ standards to your specific facility needs.</li></ul><h3><small class="sm">Speakers</small></h3><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/2025-05/Janet-Haas-400px.jpg" alt="Dr. Janet Haas, PhD, RN, CIC, FSHEA, FAPIC headshot" width="150" height="150" class="align-left">Dr. Janet Haas, PhD, RN, CIC, FSHEA, FAPIC</strong><br>CEO and Principal Consulting Epidemiologist, Innovative Infection Prevention<br>janet@theinnovativeip.com<br>Dr. Haas has over 20 years of experience in infection prevention and control. Dr. Haas has led several hospital infection prevention departments and is a recognized leader in the field. She has authored several peer-reviewed papers, and has presented nationally and internationally on Infection Prevention topics.  </p><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/2025-05/Leon-Young-400px.jpg" alt="Leon Young, BS, MLS (ASCP), CIC headshot" width="150" height="150" class="align-left">Leon Young, BS, MLS (ASCP), CIC</strong><br>Network Infection Manager, Facilities and Construction, Allegheny Health Network<br>leon.young@ahn.org<br>Leon has been practicing Infection Prevention for over 15 years. Leon is a subject matter expert regarding the relationship between patient safety and healthcare construction/maintenance activities. As a leader in the field, he has managed many complex projects including several hospital demolitions and a multi-phased demolition and renovation of a 3-winged transplant intensive care unit. Leon has been a contributing editor for the Joint Commission and has presented nationally on healthcare construction topics and measures.</p><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/2025-05/Dan-Bedregal-400px.jpg" alt="Daniel A. Bedregal headshot" width="150" height="150" class="align-left">Daniel A. Bedregal</strong><br>SVP, Healthcare Practice, First Onsite<br>dan.bedregal@firstonsite.com<br>Dan has been in the restoration industry for 20 years, focusing on Healthcare nearly the entire time. He is a pioneer in merging the restoration industry with Healthcare and developing teams that can effectively provide the service that clients desire. Prior to entering the restoration industry, Dan spent 10 years in the Fire Service within the Air Force Branch of the military. His military background has helped to provide keen attention to detail as needed when servicing Healthcare clients.  </p><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/2025-05/Marshall-Friday-400px.jpg" alt="Marshall Friday headshot" width="150" height="150" class="align-left">Marshall Friday</strong><br>VP of Field Sales and Performance Development, STARC<br>mfriday@starcsystems.com<br>Currently, Marshall is responsible for growing revenue within the largest commercial contractors coast to coast. He is also building out the training and onboarding for current and future sales professionals. Before joining STARC, Marshall led ADT's fastest-growing national accounts division from 2019-2023. Prior to 2019, he held positions in leadership development, sales enablement, sales leadership, and frontline sales.  </p> Mon, 12 May 2025 13:53:32 -0500 Compliance /watermanagement Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500 Compliance /education-events/ashe-academy-2025 <p>Education for you, all in one place, all in one week. Learn from leading field experts, explore factors unique to your field and study how to implement effective strategies to improve your health care facilities.</p><p>�����Թ�Academy is your one-stop shop for earning your CEC’s through a personalized learning experience. Join us for in-depth sessions and workshops led by experienced leaders in health care facilities management.</p><p>Attendees have a chance to connect with top health care facilities leaders and peers in a small-group classroom setting.</p><p class="text-align-center"><a href="/ashe-academy"><strong>View more information and programming here</strong></a><strong>!</strong></p> Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:05:08 -0600 Compliance /fgi-seeking-comments-facility-code-hospitals-draft <h2>Share your facilities management insight by Sept. 30</h2><p>The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) has issued a call for public comments on the draft of the 2026 <em>FGI Facility Code for Hospitals, FGI Facility Code for Outpatient Settings,</em> and <em>FGI Facility Code for Residential Care and Support Settings. </em>Comments will be accepted through Sept. 30. Submitted comments will be visible to the public and members of the Health Guidelines Revision Committee (HGRC).</p><p>FGI documents have been adopted by the vast majority of states to serve as the minimum design criteria for health and residential care facilities. �����Թ�encourages its members to contribute feedback to ensure a range of perspectives are considered, including the voices of those who maintain and operate these facilities.</p><p><strong>Major 2026 Hospital Changes Included in the Draft</strong></p><p>New to the 2026 editions, the documents published by the Facility Guidelines Institute will no longer be called the <em>FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction,</em> and instead will be called the <em>FGI Facility Code.</em>  This change reflects the revised document structure. The FGI Facility Code will consist of only mandatory code language; any appendix material that previously was included in the Guidelines to provide clarity and best practice will now be included in a new handbook currently under development for each <em>FGI Facility Code.</em> FGI intends to make a version of the <em>FGI Facility Code</em> available for no charge to the public. An enhanced license with new tools and features will be available for purchase, as will the handbooks.</p><p>�����Թ�Regulatory Affairs staff have identified key changes in the draft likely to affect �����Թ�members. These changes include:</p><ul><li>1.2-2.1.3.3 Determining Clinical Room Need</li><li>1.2-4.9.2 Disaster, Emergency, and Vulnerability Design Features</li><li>1.3-3.5 Emergency Access</li><li>2.1-6.3.4 Discharged Patient Waiting Facilities</li><li>2.1-6.3.6 Incident Command Center</li><li>2.1-7.2.3 Surfaces</li><li>2.1-8.3.4 Lighting</li><li>2.1-8.3.5 Electrically Powered Equipment</li><li>2.1-8.4 Plumbing Systems</li><li>2.2-2.17 Behavioral and Mental Health Medical Complexity Patient Care Unit</li><li>2.6-2.2.2.6 Rehab Hospitals Patient Toilet Room Space Requirements and Clearances</li><li>2.6-2.3.1 Rehab Hospitals Dining, Recreation, and Social Spaces</li><li>2.6-3.1.1.3 Rehab Hospital Ambulance Entrance</li><li>2.7 Specific Requirements for Mobile Units</li></ul><p>To submit comments, log in at <a href="https://www.fgiguidelines.net/login" target="_blank" title="FGI login">www.fgiguidelines.net</a> and select “Submit Comment.” Please provide reasons for your feedback. Note that only comments on the draft are being accepted. Any new proposals will need to be submitted during the next revision cycle.</p> Fri, 06 Sep 2024 14:13:37 -0500 Compliance /education-events/epas-refrigerant-ruling-impacts-walk-chamber-design <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://smithbucklin.zoom.us/webinar/register/4717279703144/WN_huL02BaaReeVzTeTuJbNhA" target="_blank">View On Demand recording here</a></p><p>With the EPA’s Technology Transitions Program January 1, 2026 compliance deadline looming, manufacturers, designers, and building operators are preparing for the move to low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants for various applications.</p><p>The current ruling is scoped to impact the entire refrigeration industry and there will be ripple effects into other technologies, including those leveraged in pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech, and other life science industries.</p><p>Based on these guidelines, industrial process refrigeration (IPR) applications will be impacted by the EPA’s most recent ruling. It’s important to understand the available refrigerant options, that not only support application requirements and sustainability goals but are also compliant with proposed regulations.</p><p>Join FARRAR’s David Craig and Nate Fries on Thursday, September 19 when they will provide an overview of the EPA’s refrigerant ruling, discuss how it will impact the future of cold storage chamber design, and review currently available refrigerant options so you can make an informed, sustainable choice.</p><h3><small class="sm">Learning Objectives:</small></h3><ul><li>Gain an understanding of the EPA’s Technology Transitions Program and how it will impact walk-in chamber design</li><li>Review advantages and disadvantages of low-GWP refrigerant options, accounting for application and temperature set point</li><li>Discover the importance of optimized engineering design to achieve both sustainability and efficiency goals</li></ul><h3><small class="sm">Speakers:</small></h3><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/david-craig-farrar-trane-400x400.png" data-entity-uuid="b60bfdb6-a267-4411-b447-357a3a556ab1" data-entity-type="file" alt="david craig" width="120" height="120">David Craig</strong><br>Regional Business Manager, FARRAR<br>David graduated from State University of New York at Geneseo and has enjoyed a 30+ year career in the life sciences industry. With experience ranging from supply and equipment distribution to cell culture and other critical areas, David leverages years of complex project expertise to assist engineering firms, architects, and facilities personnel in developing custom solutions for applications that require cold rooms.<br> </p><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/nate-fries-400x400.png" data-entity-uuid="bcae0d26-e303-4dab-9855-36e6c3af6435" data-entity-type="file" alt="Nate Fries" width="120" height="120">Nate Fries</strong><br>Project Developer, FARRAR<br>Nate has over 20 years of experience in mechanical engineering with the majority of his career focused on refrigeration solutions. From design to installation and service, Nate has experience with all aspects of the business, giving him the unique insight and understanding of the intricacies required to successfully deliver walk-in cold room solutions to life science customers.</p> Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:29:37 -0500 Compliance