Spotlight
Opportunities & Survey Tips
Don’t Have an Open Door Policy with Door Wedges
Healthcare organizations using door wedges to hold doors open are putting staff and patients at significant risk and in jeopardy of major survey findings . Learn more.
Impaired Fire and Smoke Dampers? Make Sure You Establish Interim Life Safety Measures During Repairs
Is your organization establishing interim life safety measures during repairs? Learn strategies for implementation.
Dialysis Wall Boxes: All in All It’s Just Another Box in the Wall
Is your team using proper cleaning and disinfection practices in regard to dialysis wall boxes? Learn suggested practices to ensure staff and patient safety.
Flammable Storage Cabinet Safety Risks
Flammable storage cabinets are often observed during surveys. is your facility following protocol to reduce safety risks? Learn more.
Beyond Use Dates and Safe Supply Storage
Beyond use dates for medical supplies can vary depending on different circumstances. Learn tips for safe storage and effective use.
Safety Alert: Manufacturers’ Preset Codes
Many organizations utilize free-standing locked carts for medication storage. Leaving these carts manufacturer’s set code unchanged poses significant risks, including drug diversion, theft, tampering, and potential citations for medication safety violations.