Get the industry's only up-to-date guide to the laws and codes governing health care facilities!
Now in its second edition, the award-winning
Fire and Life Safety in Health Care Facilities brings you the latest requirements from JCAHO, OSHA, ANSI, IEEE, AIA, ASTM, and NFPA. You'll learn how to preserve JCAHO accreditation status, and prepare for inspections and surveys conducted by federal, state, and local officials.
Four major sections cover the numerous NFPA and other codes and standards pertaining to:
- Life safety
- Electrical systems and equipment
- Fire protection
- Medical gas and vacuum systems
Additional sections address:
- Inspections and surveys
- Communication among hospital departments
- Record keeping
- Training
- Construction projects
A vital tool for administrators, engineers, architects, safety officers, and AHJs.
FAQs and illustrations answer the most common questions and concerns, and numerous case studies provide real-world examples. Revised checklists help you conduct or prepare for inspections.
