« Safety and Security
  

Tips for life-safety and emergency prep in longterm care facilities

Start by looking at all possible risks


Longterm living facilities reviewing their life safety and emergency preparedness plans, should keep the following five tips in mind, according to an article on the McKnight's website.

• Look at all possible risks

• Digitize policies and procedures

• Establish a comprehensive communication plan

• Move training online

• Invest in equipment lifecycle management

The outlined tips can help a facility meet Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services requirements with a proper emergency plan, policies and procedures, communication and training.

Read the article.



December 5, 2019


Topic Area: Safety

Recent Posts

What Lies Ahead for Healthcare Facilities Managers

Staffing shortages, rising regulatory scrutiny and accelerating adoption of AI are converging to reshape the way healthcare facilities are managed.

What's in the Future for Healthcare Restrooms?

Workforce shortages, rising hygiene expectations and connected technologies are pushing healthcare restrooms beyond basic utility.

Hammes Completes the Moffit Speros Outpatient Center

The new outpatient center will provide infusion services, clinical space, radiology and radiation oncology.

The Top Three Pathogens to Worry About in 2026

Key viruses to watch out for and how to prevent them.

Blackbird Health Opens New Pediatric Mental Health Clinic in Virginia

It offers comprehensive evaluations, therapy and medication management under one roof.

 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.