Facilities Management One: Regulations and Standards (1 hr) JKO

What guideline for flexibility planning addresses the ability to change the function of a room or area?

Adaptability

What regulation, organization, or act ensures basic rights to equal opportunity, public accommodation, government services, and telecommunications?

Americans with Disabilities Act

What Joint Commission standards are intended to help the healthcare organization provide a safe, functional, supportive, and effective environment for patients, staff members, and other individuals in the hospital?

Environment of care

Which of the following methods can be used to assess and ensure compliance to facilities standards and regulations?

Establishing an internal task force

Which of the following is considered a key Joint Commission environment of care (EC) standard?

Establishing and maintaining a safe, functional environment

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards govern the issue of:

Hazardous waste operations

During which phase of strategic planning for facilities management are cross-functional teams established?

Implementation

What guideline for flexibility planning is used when planning for expansion?

Locate services that are easy to relocate next to services that should remain stationary

How would you best describe the Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospital and Health Care Facilities?

Minimum standards for constructing, renovating, and equipping hospitals and medical facilities

What regulation, organization, or act helps prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

What principles or management approach provides a reliable and consistent framework for the facility planning process?

Quality-based strategic planning

Effective facilities management can positively influence treatment results, patient satisfaction, and perceptions of healthcare quality.

True