White Paper: Properly Interpreting NFPA Codes

The Joint Commission has focused an unprecedented amount of attention on fire and life safety issues for hospitals. The potential costs and operational impacts of inappropriate code interpretation can have extremely negative consequences. 

It is critical for Hospital Facility Directors to be familiar with these code requirements, to avoid costly violations.

To help hospital administrators navigate the confusing language of Joint Commission accreditation, Siemens released a White Paper geared to help “unlock the code.” 

This white paper takes a closer look at some of the most challenging requirements under EC.02.03.05, along with recommended best practices to assist in demonstrating that your hospital is compliant.

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Elevator Rescue: Rope Gripper Entrapment

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Two Workers Killed, Another Injured in Explosion at Atlanta Delta Air Lines Facility

Two workers were killed and another seriously injured in an explosion Tuesday at a Delta Air Lines maintenance facility near the Atlanta airport.