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Inside the September Issue |
Infection Control Procedures for Healthcare Facilities’ HVAC
When consistently implemented, hospital
infection-control strategies and engineering
controls, can be effective in
preventing opportunistic, environmentally related
infections in immunocompromised
patients and health-care workers.
These strategies include adherence to
proper use of disinfectants, proper maintenance
of medical equipment that uses water,
water-quality standards for hemodialysis, and
proper ventilation standards for specialized
care environments.
For an infection to occur, a chain of
components must be present. They include:
• Adequate number of pathogenic
organisms (dose);
• Pathogenic organisms of sufficient
virulence;
• A susceptible host;
• An appropriate mode of transmission or
transferal of the organism in sufficient
number from source to host;
• A portal of entry into the host.
The presence of the susceptible host underscores
the importance of the health-care
environment and opportunistic pathogens
in air and water. As a result of advances in
medical technology and therapies, more patients
are becoming immunocompromised
in the course of treatment and are therefore at increased risk for acquiring health-care
associated opportunistic infections.
Preventing infections in healthcare protects
the health and safety of personnel,
patients and visitors.
Architects, engineers, construction contractors,
environmental health scientists,
and industrial hygienists historically have
directed the design and function of a hospitals’
physical plants. Increasingly, however,
because of the growth in the number
of susceptible patients and the increase in
construction projects, the involvement of
hospital epidemiologists and infection control
professionals is required. Full story »
today's news
IFMA Names 2026 Class of Fellows
HOUSTON -- The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has named the 2026 Class of IFMA Fellows.
Planon Named Visionary for Smart Buildings
NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands -- Planon, a provider of smart, sustainable building management software, has been recognized as a Visionary Leader in the 2026 Frost Radar for Smart Building Solutions.
K-C Pro Expands Thrive Program to Divert Waste
ATLANTA -- As part of its ongoing commitment to help businesses reduce their environmental impact, Kimberly-Clark Professional is expanding its Thrive sustainability program.
Textiles Maker Supports Green Schools’ Health
NORTHBROOK, IL -- UMF|PERFECTCLEAN, a developer of infection prevention and commercial cleaning technologies, is sponsoring the Healthy Green Schools & Colleges program, providing support for initiatives that help facility leaders improve indoor air quality, sustainability, and healthy learning environments.
Carrier Named a Visionary Leader by Frost Radar
KENNESAW, GA -- Carrier has been recognized as a Visionary Leader in the “Frost Radar: Smart Building Solutions 2026” report from Frost & Sullivan, a global research and consulting firm.
Roofing Vet to Lead Amrize’s Bldg Envelope Biz
CHICAGO & ZUG, Switzerland – Amrize, a $12 billion provider of professional building supplies, has named Mario Gross President, Building Envelope, effective September 11, 2026.
