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Innovations in infection prevention and control can kill microbes and prevent the growth of harmful biofilms. In 1850, Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis saved many lives with three simple words: Wash your hands. The 2001 edition of the FGI Healthcare Facility Guidelines was the first time the Facility Guidelines Institute included the requirement for new construction that…

Safety signage isn’t the only way to promote health and safety. Effective communication of all types is crucial for workplace safety says Phil Pinnington, Head of Audit & Consultancy, British Safety Council Facilities managers play a critical role in not just keeping operations running smoothly, but in creating a safe and legally compliant environment for…

Adobe Stock/Sarawut When students return to classrooms and dormitories, facility managers know that their buildings enter a period of heavy, sustained use. Campus housing fills up, laundry rooms run overtime, and kitchens and restrooms operate at full capacity. This seasonal surge places additional stress on plumbing and drainage systems, which can lead to backups, clogs,…

Building drawings and facility information have long been undervalued, often relegated to storage rooms or legacy systems, considered a necessary cost rather than a strategic asset. However, this information is far more than a historical archive. It is the foundation for ongoing operations, informed decision making, and long-term resilience. As buildings age and evolve, the…

Energy should no longer be treated as a fixed cost, but as a variable that should be managed. Nonprofit organizations are confronting a set of overlapping pressures that complicate their financial planning. Inflation remains elevated costs in many sectors, federal funding streams tied to energy and sustainability projects are shifting, and international trade disputes such…

The hospital is expected to open in 2027. Encompass Health Corp. announced plans to build a freestanding, 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Haslet, Texas. The hospital will serve patients recovering from debilitating illnesses and injuries, including strokes and other neurological disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and complex orthopedic conditions. In addition to 24-hour…