In the wake of recent concerns over the spread of highly infectious diseases, healthcare organizations are looking for ways to better prepare facilities for potential pandemics and widespread viral outbreaks, according to an article on the Medical Construction & Design website.
Integrated building systems, maintenance programs and technologies can help a hospital control infection. but, these features are often diminished — or cut out entirely — in order to save money, the article said.
Healthcare project planners should keep the future facility’s day-to-day operations in mind when value-engineering changes to the design.
Proposed savings to mechanical and electrical systems should be thoroughly vetted with all stakeholders to understand the potential impacts on future operations and related costs, the article said.
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