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Hyperbaric Checklist
This hyperbaric checklist will help you prepare for Joint Commission consultants evaluating your hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber services.
Certification Measurement Information Process
Changes to the way data should be entered into the Certification Measure Information Process will require you to take these steps.
Flammable Antiseptics
If you use flammable antiseptics before procedures and surgeries you need to take these steps to prevent problems including surgical fires.
Fire Drills In ORs & Hyperbaric Services
A new matrix updates changes on how fire drills in ORs and hyperbaric services are scored. Read more about these requirements.
Non Compliant Hospital Elevator Wraps
Do you have non compliant hospital elevator wraps? The Joint Commission started score facilities when they didn't follow this standard.
Spare Circuit Breakers
Are your spare circuit breakers actually spare in the eyes of The Joint Commission? They are if you follow these guidelines!
Home Care Emergency Management
The home care emergency management process is changing, specifically in three areas. Here are steps you should take to remain compliant.
Life Safety Standards Prepublication
The recent life safety prepublication standards update shows that TJC will focus more on these key building occupancy areas than before.
Hospitals Without Walls
The hospitals without walls program permits you to provide care in the home for patients but only if you follow these specific guidelines.