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Q: A state surveyor cited us for not doing a monthly fire pump automatic transfer switch (ATS) test. We are doing a weekly churn test and an annual fire…
Q: In the fine print of the new 2012 Life Safety Code, under sections 18/19.7.5.7.2 for containers used solely for recycling clean waste or for patient…
Q: In the past our hospital has used different brands of fire caulk on the same fire wall assembly. The fire caulk is two different brands and different…
Q: Does an electrical closet under 144 square inches need a sprinkler head?
Q: Are surgery rooms considered to be patient sleeping rooms or non-sleeping rooms? In reference to allowable suite sizes, what is the maximum area of the…
Q: Please explain why The Joint Commission standard EP 1 identifies control valve signal devices and valve tamper switches as different pieces of…
Q: Our ambulatory healthcare occupancy was constructed without a fire barrier separating the other business in the building. Now I have been asked to…
Q: It is my understanding that you are only allowed to have 10 gallons of flammable chemicals in a smoke compartment without having a fire cabinet. Does…
When the new 2012 Life Safety Code becomes effective July 5, 2016, CMS will expect all healthcare organizations to be compliant with the requirements of…