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"Fundamentals of Health Care Renovation and Construction" - April 19th ISHE Purdue Education Event
New and veteran healthcare facility employees will gain helpful information from ISHE's "Fundamentals of Health Care Renovation and Construction" education program April 19th at Purdue University. RSVP Now
Whether it is a new greenfield hospital project or renovation of an existing building, a construction project involving a health facility requires careful planning and diligent execution. This one-day seminar focuses on several fundamental topics critical to a successful project including:
- Safety and comfort of patients that might be impacted by the project.
- Compliance with codes and standards, including NFPA 101, NFPA 99 and the Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Health Care Facilities. Some of the requirements that are new or that have changed in the 2012 edition of NFA 101 and NFPA 99 will be discussed.
- Environmental infection prevention assessment and mitigation measures.
- Mechanical and electrical systems including medical gas, HVAC and the Essential Electrical System.
Agenda
8:00 - 8:30:
Meet and greet, continental breakfast provided
8:30 - 11:30:
Education program
11:30 - 11:45:
Purdue ASHE Student Chapter presentation
11:45 - 12:00:
ISHE announcements and business
12:00 - 1:00:
Lunch (on your own)
1:00 - 4:30:
Education program
4:30:
Program adjourns
Presented by:
Steve Spaanbroek, MBA, FASHE, CHFM, CHC
Managing Director
MSL Healthcare Consulting, Inc.
Tim Adams, FASHE, CHFM, CHC
Director, Professional Growth
American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE)
Directions
The Krannart Building is located on the southwest corner of W State Street and N Grant Street. Parking is available at the Grant Street parking garage just north of W State Street on N Grant Street. Following is a link to a map of the Purdue Campus: http://www.purdue.edu/campus_map/
Build your hospital's effectiveness by bringing everyone that has a need to better understand health care renovation and construction. RSVP now.
ISHE Scholarship Deadline April 1st
The deadline for the ISHE Engineering Scholarship Award is fast approaching. ISHE will award up to two (2) scholarships per school year, one earmarked for the Northern District, one earmarked for the Southern District. These scholarships are available to the sons, daughters, grandsons and granddaughters of ISHE members who are attending college and majoring in an engineering or technology discipline.
Learn more and apply. http://www.isheweb.org/content/scholarship.php
Job Posting: Environmental Engineer - Healthcare Engineering, Indiana State Department of Health
The Health Care Engineering Program (HCE) at the Indiana State Department of Health has worked with many of the members of ISHE organization over the years to resolve construction compliance issues in hospital projects. HCE's main objective is to review plans for compliance with NFPA codes and the AIA Guidelines in a timely manner. The program consists of 5 engineers, an environmental scientist, and a supervisor. The program is undergoing many changes as we transition to electronic plans, changes in processes including accountability on the review staff as well as design professionals, and filling recent vacancies. Our hope is that you as a customer will see more timely reviews as a result. HCE provides helpful information to educate the regulated community on recent interpretations and upcoming regulations as they become available.
Please consider joining our team as the Indiana State Department of Health is currently seeking a Environmental Engineer - Healthcare Engineering to conduct plan reviews and related work to obtain compliance with applicable laws, rules, and standards in conformance with the mission and vision of the Indiana State Department of Health, to protect public health in the construction and operation of hospitals, ambulatory outpatient surgery centers, long term care facilities, daycares, and schools. Emphasis of this position is on safety, sanitation, water supply, sewage disposal, and licensing requirements.
Learn more. http://www.isheweb.org/content/jobs.php
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