Risk Management

Speakers: Steve Spaanbroek, Hank Wheeler & Mark EtheridgeWhen natural disasters challenge the delivery of patient care, the infrastructure of a health care facility becomes more important than ever. In this session, two individuals whose health care facilities were severely affected by natural…
This literature review looks at the effects of room ventilation rates on airborne disease transmission in health care facilities.
Lessons learned from the perspective of health care facility managers, clinicians, and executive staffSpeaker: ASHEIn 2011 a tornado in Joplin, Missouri, devastated a community, including Mercy hospital. Mercy’s incredible story offers an opportunity to assess your facility’s emergency preparedness…
Learn about the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) with the ASHE management monograph. Improve your hospital's emergency preparedness.