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NFPA weekly update: March 9-13

NFPA seeks public comments on new tentative interim amendment for weapons detection systems

Why staying current with code updates is critical for health care facilities

Here are seven reasons facilities professionals should get involved in the code development process

Using new tech while adhering to older codes

Through strategic navigation of older codes and standards, facilities managers can still embrace new technology and the efficiencies they bring

ACHC receives deeming authority extension for critical access hospitals

CMS recently granted the accrediting organization a six-year extension of deeming authority of critical access hospitals

DNV and Joint Commission update their physical environment standards

DNV aligns with international standards, adds new telemedicine section; Joint Commission updates inspection, testing and maintenance documentation standards.

ICC committee advances key code changes

The CHC continues to advocate on he 2027 I-Codes, addressing topics such as sound transmission, lightning protection and risk category classification

Joint Commission shares more details about Accreditation 360

The new program will take effect in 2026 for hospitals and critical access hospitals with plans to expand to more health settings

CMS expires multiple public health QSO and S&C letters

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued expiration dates for several pandemic-era allowances

Pro Codes Act seeks to safeguard public access to safety standards

Bipartisan legislation aims to protect copyright integrity of government-adopted codes while ensuring free online access 

CMS improves survey transparency

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services updated its policy for publicly releasing quality of care survey findings