KSHE Update

Kentucky Society of Healthcare Engineers

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Kentucky Spotlight
The News-Enterprise
Preparations have begun for construction on a new Outpatient Medical Pavilion at Baptist Health Hardin.

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Education and Training
When: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 | 8:00 am - 3:30 pm EST
Where: Virtual

Contact: info@kshe.org | 844-625-1200

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ASHE Update
Health Facilities Management
Patient safety risk assessments are especially important for bathroom in psychiatric inpatient units due to the potential for patient self-harm.

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Your Facilities Management News
Health Facilities Management
Whether a project is simple or complex, it always pays to have a solid plan based on best practices.

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Healthcare Facilities Today
Telehealth and a focus on natural environments are among the expected trends in healthcare design.

Visit https://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Four-Trends-Shaping-Future-of-Healthcare-Design--26928 to view the full article online.

Health Facilities Management
There are a number of ways facilities can reduce the likelihood of smoke infiltration from outside sources.

Visit https://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/4337-resources-to-combat-smoke-intrusion to view the full article online.

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Sustainability Spotlight
facilitiesnet.com
Even simple changes can add up to increased building energy efficiency.

Visit https://www.facilitiesnet.com/energyefficiency/article/4-Simple-Ways-to-Improve-Building-Energy-Efficiency--19421 to view the full article online.

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The orientation of technicians and contractors in healthcare is a patient safety issue that we should all be talking about. Help us get the word out, and let us know how Safe Day One has helped your facility. Please share your experiences with us at info@safedayone.org and follow us today!
 
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