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Health care facility plans and policies
Management plans and policies are critical in hospital facilities departments. Author's note: Environment of Care management plans previously required by Joint Commission were not discussed in this article because they were not included in the updated Physical Environment Standards published in July 2025.Management plans and policies are critical in hospital facilities departments because they provide a structured, consistent and legally sound foundation for operations.
Artificial intelligence applications for facilities
Each artificial intelligence tool has its own features and benefits that make them well worth exploring by facilities professionals. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) programs in health care facilities management is revolutionizing the field by enhancing operational efficiency, improving regulatory compliance and aiding in documentation and presentations.
Proven strategies to help pass certification exams
Professionals should maintain a positive attitude and trust that they prepared adequately for their test. Health care facilities leaders, project managers, technicians and industry partners who want to demonstrate mastery of the skills required to perform their jobs at the highest level can choose from a wide variety of certifications available in the marketplace.
Ensuring relevant job descriptions to ease recruiting
In today’s competitive hiring climate, health care facilities professionals require an intentional, proactive strategy to gain an edge over other industries when recruiting quality technicians. To avoid losing talent, hospital facilities managers also must develop a clear, objective career path for each trade that empowers employees to grow their respective skill sets and reach career goals.
Catching and keeping facilities talent
Focused training is necessary to prepare the next generation of the health care facilities workforce. Image by Getty Images The health care facilities profession is on the cusp of a “silver tsunami.” Baby boomers retire daily and reportedly at rates greater than they are backfilled. This means an exorbitant amount of knowledge is walking out the door with them.
Floating Woody Debris: Blocking Sensitivity of Labyrinth Weirs in Channel and Reservoir Applications
Downloaded 63 times Technical Notes Abstract Accumulation of floating woody debris at flow control structures can result in reduced discharge efficiency. Labyrinth weirs may be more likely to catch debris on the crest than other weirs due to their ability to pass large discharges with relatively small heads.
Efficiently managing facility assets
Facilities managers should review each individual asset or asset class from the highest priority to the lowest. Image by Getty Images A commonly used phrase in the health care engineering field is, “We follow manufacturer’s recommendations.” But what if manufacturer’s recommendations aren’t the most effective way to maintain equipment? In such cases, an alternative equipment maintenance (AEM) program might be a better option.
Capital planning based on risk
A risk assessment not only allows for the creation of an alternative equipment maintenance program, but it also helps facilities managers prioritize capital equipment replacement planning. Health care organizations rely on facilities managers to provide a comprehensive plan that allows for the efficient allocation of resources to maintain the operation of buildings and systems. A key component in the process is evaluating risk during the development of a successful capital plan.
Applying AEM in the real world
Children’s Health in Dallas has begun the process of implementing an alternative equipment maintenance (AEM) program. The first step was to partner with Facility Health Inc. (FHI) to inventory and classify each asset according to risk level, area served, redundancy available, and maintenance and repair history. These items combine to give each asset a total risk score; the higher the risk score, the higher the risk level of the equipment.
Risk-ranking hospital spaces according to ventilation needs
Risk-ranking the criticality of each space with required temperature, pressure and humidity will guide the testing procedures and excursion response times. The ventilation management committee (VMC) should take the responsibility of establishing time frames for testing procedures and response times. For example, the pressure, temperature and humidity within an operating room might be ranked by the VMC as a Category 1 risk.
Staff recruitment and retention
Training is a great way to engage and motivate a technical staff, and there are many resources available across the field. Image by Getty Images Hospital facilities and engineering departments are in constant competition with other fields for qualified technicians. But a hospital system can provide a unique career path for a technician, as well as benefits and opportunities that other industries may not offer.
Training resources available for health facilities professionals
Providing training is a great way to engage and motivate technical staff, and there are many resources available across the field. The American Society for Health Care Engineering’s website offers a wide variety of on-demand learning topics as well as free Quick Training classes that can be completed in 20-30 minutes.
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Auditions Set for Dos Pueblos’ ‘Shrek the Musical!’
The Dos Pueblos Theatre Company will hold auditions for three featured roles in “Shrek the Musical” for elementary school students, 3-5:30 p.m. Dec.11 in the Elings Performing Arts Center at Dos Pueblos High School. We are excited to be putting on this fun family show, but we need young students' help to fill these adorable roles! We seek Young Fiona, Young Shrek, and Baby Bear, ages 7 to 11 (under 5').
America’s Social Issues Take Center Stage in Dos Pueblos High School’s West Side Story
Nevaeh Harrington and Nolan Montgomery as Tony and Maria in West Side Story at Dos Pueblos High School. (Matthew McKenzie) Dos Pueblos Charger Theatre (DPTC) will present the iconic musical West Side Story, at 7 p.m. April 5, 6, 12, 13 and 2 p.m. April 6 and 13 in the Elings Performing Arts Center, 7266 Alameda Ave. Tickets are $10 for students/seniors; $15 for general admission. Due to mature themes, the show is not recommended for small children.
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