KSHE Update

The Lane Report
The healthcare and social assistance section is expected to account for nearly one-third of the job growth in Central Kentucky between 2012 and 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Visit https://www.lanereport.com/83486/2017/11/bluegrass-market-review-central-kentuckys-health-care-systems-investing-millions-in-outcomes/ to view the full article online.

WBKO
Construction on the project is expected to be complete by August 2018.

Visit http://www.wbko.com/content/news/Construction-underway-for-Med-Center-parking-structure-and-UK-College-of-Medicine-Bowling-Green-457562343.html to view the full article online.

American Society for Healthcare Engineering
Successful health care systems put an emphasis on convenience-focused consumers by providing quality patient care in a quick, accessible way. Amazon is known to have made great strides in the shopping industry, and now other industries are following in its footsteps.

Visit http://www.ashe.org/news/what-can-hospitals-learn-from-amazon to view the full article online.

American Society for Healthcare Engineering
The emergency management standards are being updated by the Joint Commission in order to reflect CMS requirements. The surveying of hospitals began on Nov. 15 and ASHE has all your updates.

Visit http://www.ashe.org/news/joint-commission-revises-emergency-management-standards to view the full article online.

American Society for Healthcare Engineering
The 2018 Architecture for Health Showcase is now accepting applications. Celebrate your new construction project by applying now and get a chance to show off your newest renovation or construction project.

Visit http://www.ashe.org/news/showcase-your-health-care-projects to view the full article online.

Health Facilities Management
With technology constantly changing and updating, the basics of fire safety remain consistent. Safety layering is essential in regards to fire prevention and protection.

Visit https://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/2997-lessons-in-fire-barrier-management to view the full article online.

Facility Executive
Facility management has an important role to play in preparing for emergency events, according to a new white paper.

Visit https://facilityexecutive.com/2017/11/healthcare-facilities-emergency-preparedness/ to view the full article online.

Healthcare Design
In addition to their standard services, modern urban medical centers focus on wellness by providing a broad range of other health-related services.

Visit https://www.healthcaredesignmagazine.com/trends/perspectives/new-model-urban-medical-center/ to view the full article online.

KSHE has launched the KSHE Energy Derby as part of the ASHE Energy to Care challenge. If you are curious of how to set up a profile on Energy Star Portfolio Manager and get involved with the Energy to Care program, it’s all spelled out step by step on our website. We’ve included tutorials and videos to make signing up as smooth as possible. Share your data with KSHE to be a part of the new statewide competition and to receive Kentucky-specific tips for saving money and reducing your energy and water consumption. Email info@kshe.org for assistance.

Visit http://kshe.org/page/energy_derby to view the full article online.

Healthcare Facilities Today
Making a commitment to environmental sustainability can lead to big savings for healthcare facilities.

Visit http://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Environmental-sustainability-called-vital-to-better-health-and-lower-health-costs--16953 to view the full article online.

Popular Science
With healthcare accounting for 10 percent of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S., hospitals are seeking solutions.

Visit https://www.popsci.com/anesthesia-greenhouse-gas#page-5 to view the full article online.

BOSS Magazine
When choosing a building automation system, consider the factors of ease of use, potential energy savings, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Visit https://thebossmagazine.com/building-automation-systems/ to view the full article online.