Editor's Note
The Joint Commission on March 30 posted the top requirements for accreditation identified most frequently as “not compliant” during surveys and reviews from January 1 through December 31, 2015.
Among the most challenging:
- Granting initial, renewed, or revised clinical privileges to individuals who are permitted by law and the organization to practice independently.
- Reducing the risk of infections associated with medical equipment, devices, and supplies.
- Managing risks associated with utility systems.
- Establishing and maintaining a safe, functional environment.
- Providing and maintaining building features to protect individuals from the hazards of fire and smoke.
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