KSHE Update

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SWI provides medical, hazardous, and pharmaceutical waste removal as well as shredding services for any facility that generates regulated medical waste and pharmaceutical waste. SWI has been in the industry for over 2 decades and services Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, and Michigan. Let us keep your hospital safe and compliant. We are your solution to your medical waste needs!

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Kentucky Spotlight

Cincinnati Children’s Breaks Ground on Healthcare Facility in Union

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“Too often we’ve had to have children come to us. This is a real opportunity for us to deliver world-class care close to where our patients live," said Steve Davis, Cincinnati Children’s president and chief executive officer.

Visit https://linknky.com/news/health/2023/11/17/cincinnati-childrens-breaks-ground-on-healthcare-facility-in-union/ to view the full article online.

ASHE Update

ASHE Uses Data To Push for NFPA Code Change

Health Facilities Management
Thanks to ASHE’s Regulatory Affairs Committe, the 2023 edition of NFPA 25 now allows for more flexibility around sprinkler piping.

Visit https://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/4880-ashe-uses-data-to-push-for-nfpa-code-change to view the full article online.

Genuine Cat® engines and generator sets

As the only authorized Cat® dealership in the region, we are equipped to meet your needs with genuine Cat engines and generators sets. We also provide the power generator service that a wide variety of industries trust and rely on. Power outages don’t stick to a 9am to 5pm work schedule. That’s why we are ready to back you up with round-the-clock expert generator service and repair.

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Your Facilities Management News

Results of the 2023 Salary Survey

Health Facilities Magazine
ASHE's survey of management compensation results indicate that health facilities professionals maintain focus on their primary role while handling additional duties.

Visit https://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/4874-results-of-the-2023-salary-survey to view the full article online.

Protecting Healthcare Facility Workers During Winter Weather

Healthcare Facilities Today
As winter weather approaches, healthcare facility managers must begin preparing for the impact of lower temperatures on facilities and their occupants.

Visit https://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Protecting-Healthcare-Facility-Workers-During-Winter-Weather--29132 to view the full article online.

Microgrids Help Build Energy-Resilient Healthcare Facilites

Healthcare Facilities Today
Microgrids can provide both a sustainable and uninterruptable source of power for healthcare facilities during extreme events.

Visit https://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Microgrids-Help-Build-Energy-Resilient-Healthcare-Facilites--29122 to view the full article online.

Sustainability Spotlight

3 Reasons to Prioritize Sustainability in Healthcare Facilities

MedCity News
Healthcare sustainability efforts have a high return on investment, but how should healthcare leaders allocate their time and resources to make sustainability happen?

Visit https://medcitynews.com/2023/11/3-reasons-to-prioritize-sustainability-in-healthcare-facilities/ to view the full article online.

Healthcare Decarbonization Poised for Increased Adoption in the Next Decade

Energyworld.com
The pursuit of sustainability and decarbonization in healthcare is critical. While challenges persist, hospitals around the world are doing their part.

Visit https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/healthcare-decarbonisation-poised-for-increased-adoption-in-the-next-decade/105579586 to view the full article online.

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