Accident investigations are done to identify contributing factors that led up to the event, according to an article on the Long-Term Living website
Accident investigations are done to identify contributing factors that led up to the event, not to place blame, according to an article on the Long-Term Living website. The more that is known about contributory causes, the better job a facility can do with its safety management program to lessen the chances of recurrence, the article said.
February 10, 2015
Topic Area: Safety
Sustainability as a Baseline in Healthcare FacilitiesHospitals can balance costs, build resilience and learn from global models for sustainable design to further their green goals.
Penobscot Valley Hospital Reports Data Security IncidentIt immediately implemented its incident response procedures, took steps to secure systems and hired third-party forensic specialists to assist with an investigation.
Ballad Health Acquires Land for Future Unicoi County HospitalThe new hospital is expected to feature an emergency department, 10 inpatient beds and outpatient services.
Why Healthcare Facilities Management Is Critical to Patient Safety Hospitals and other healthcare facilities rely on much more than doctors and nurses to keep patients safe.
Brookdale Senior Living Announces Acquisition of the Brookdale Galleria CommunityThe 244-unit independent living and assisted living community is located directly adjacent to The Galleria shopping and entertainment complex.