Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Guidebook: Managing Code Requirements for Fire and Life Safety

The healthcare industry is a complex environment that is subject to many regulations and standards, making it crucial to have a guidebook that can keep you informed about the various requirements and standards. Dale Lyman’s new book, Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Guidebook: Managing Code Requirements for Fire and Life Safety, is an insightful guide that provides detailed information on how to manage the codes related to fire and life safety. This book is perfect for ASC administrative and security staff who need to meet the requirements and standards of both federal and state authorities, including the Life Safety Code, a critical designation for facilities participating in Medicare (CMS) funding reimbursement.

One of the unique features of the book is that it assumes no code knowledge on the part of ASC staff, making it easy to understand and follow. The guide provides valuable guidance for the policies, emergency plans, drills, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection and building systems necessary for meeting Life Safety Code requirements. By following the systematic process outlined in the book, ASC staff can achieve compliance with the Life Safety Code without the need for an outside security or safety consultant.

During my review of the Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Guidebook, I found that the book is well-written and easy to understand. The author uses simple language to explain complex concepts, making it easy for readers to follow. The guide is also organized well, with clearly defined chapters and sections that make it easy to navigate. The book starts with an introduction that provides an overview of the Life Safety Code and the code requirements for ASCs. It then moves on to cover the different systems that ASCs need to maintain to be in compliance with the Life Safety Code, such as the fire alarm system, fire sprinkler system, smoke control system, etc.

One of the things that I appreciated about the book is that it includes compliance requirements for the code, as well as requirements placed upon facilities desiring to participate in Medicare (CMS) funding reimbursement. This makes it very useful for ASC administrative and security staff who want to ensure that they are in compliance with all the relevant regulations.

The book provides sample checklists and log sheets for each type of system, which is a great resource for ASC staff who need to document their compliance. The sample checklists and log sheets are easy to use and can save ASC staff a lot of time. The book also outlines a systematic process for completing the documentation required of ASCs for inspection, testing, and maintenance of facility systems crucial to achieving code compliance.

Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Guidebook: Managing Code Requirements for Fire and Life Safety is a valuable resource for ASC staff, safety consultants, and anyone involved in the healthcare industry who needs to know about the different codes related to fire and life safety. The guide is comprehensive, easy to understand, and provides useful information that can help ASC staff achieve code compliance. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn about the Life Safety Code and the various requirements related to ASCs.

In conclusion, if you are looking for a comprehensive guide that can help you manage the various codes related to fire and life safety, then Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Guidebook: Managing Code Requirements for Fire and Life Safety is the perfect book for you. The book is well-written, easy to follow, and provides valuable guidance for ASC staff. By following the systematic process outlined in the book, ASC staff can achieve code compliance without the need for an outside security or safety consultant. Order your copy today and ensure that your ASC is in compliance with all the relevant regulations.

Product Details

• Illuminates the requirements of the Life Safety Code for ASCs for medical and other administrative staff who possess no code knowledge in the ASC setting
• Includes compliance requirements for the code, as well as requirements placed upon facilities desiring to participate in Medicare (CMS) funding reimbursement
• Provides sample checklists and log sheets for each type of system
• Outlines a systematic process for completing the documentation required of ASCs for inspection, testing and maintenance of facility systems crucial to achieving code compliance

• : 76 pages
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 1 edition (October 6, 2017)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0128498897
• ISBN-13: 978-0128498897
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.8 x 9.2 inches