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Now in its second edition, the award-winning Fire and Life Safety in Health Care Facilities brings you the latest requirements from JCAHO, OSHA, ANSI, IEEE, AIA, ASTM, and NFPA. You'll learn how to preserve JCAHO accreditation status, and prepare for inspections and surveys conducted by federal, state, and local officials.

Four major sections cover the numerous NFPA and other codes and standards pertaining to:Life safetyElectrical systems and equipmentFire protectionMedical gas and vacuum systemsAdditional sections address:Inspections and surveysCommunication among hospital departmentsRecord keepingTrainingConstruction projects

A vital tool for administrators, engineers, architects, safety officers, and AHJs.

FAQs and illustrations answer the most common questions and concerns, and numerous case studies provide real-world examples. Revised checklists help you conduct or prepare for inspections.