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Effective management of the Environment of Care (EC) is a critical part of overall compliance with the standards set forth by The Joint Commission. Management of the EC program includes using documented processes and activities to do the following:
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Assess and minimize environmental hazards and risks.
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Prevent accidents and injuries.
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Maintain safe conditions for patients, staff, and others coming to the hospital’s facilities.
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Maintain an environment that is sensitive to patient needs for comfort, social interaction, and positive distraction.
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Manage construction and renovation projects to prevent adverse impacts to patients, visitors, and staff.
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Monitor and improve organizational performance.
Managing these activities and documentation can be a daunting task in the face of changing standards and survey requirements, and even the most carefully maintained program can benefit from an overall review or strategic tune-up.
EH&E has been providing direct environmental health and safety services to healthcare institutions for 20 years. Our hands-on experience gives us a unique insider’s perspective and practical advantage in providing solutions that make the most sense in each institution. Our broad range of expertise allows us to be a single source for all of a client’s needs within the EC, yet we can strategically focus our efforts to provide the most economical and creative solution for each situation.
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