AHE’s CSCT certification program sets a standard for surgical environmental services technicians responsible for cleaning and disinfecting operating rooms — an intense, fast-paced, high-stakes environment. The program is designed to set a level of expertise for managing pathogens and practicing innovative techniques specific to the operating room. The CSCT certification program offers streamlined training through a train-the-trainer model intended to save organizations’ resources.

American Laundry News
Having an effective equipment maintenance plan is a key component in heading off laundry equipment breakdowns.

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance
Steps to take to improve a floor cleaning program include performing regular deep cleans and upgrading cleaning tools.

facilitiesnet.com
Clear communication, training and the involvement of healthcare leadership are important factors in preparing for emergency situations.

Becker's Clinical Leadership & Infection Control
Influenza pandemics are more common in late spring and early summer, after people's immune protection from seasonal flu has waned, according to new research.

CleanLink
If everyone used proper hand hygiene, the incidence of several infections could be dramatically reduced, according to new statistics.

Contagion Live
Several factors may be at play in accounting for the recent increase in the number of cases of Legionanaires' diesease in the U.S.

IndustryWeek
Focusing on processes more than goals can often lead to better outcomes.

By John Scherberger, BS, FAHE, CHESP

By Randy Barnes

Make yourself indispensable and advance your career! Plan your education for 2017. Visit AHE’s 2017 ENGAGE site to learn more about educational courses, podcasts, webinars, and events. And make sure to check out AHE's EXPRESS Learning Courses. EXPRESS is a mobile learning platform that offers educational podcasts delivered by environmental services and infection prevention thought leaders. You asked for learning opportunities that require less of a time commitment and we delivered!

The AHE Seal of Review and Recognition Program is designed to be a comprehensive review and formalized recognition process aimed at assisting healthcare professionals in selecting training and in-service programs that promote quality, safety and the most favorable outcomes for the healthcare environment and its related disciplines.