By understanding the basics of health care power strip technology and the various codes and standards that govern power strips in health care environments, you can benefit from their cost-effective convenience while encouraging optimal safety and regulatory compliance.įollowing the five-step S-T-R-I-P method will put you on the right path to better promote safety and compliance for your health care facility. Even more important, violating regulations can also increase the risk of inflicting injury upon patients, staff and visitors. Failure to follow regulations can lead to code violations, citations, fines and accreditation issues. Because misused power strips can endanger patients and staff, strict regulations govern how and where they are used. The convenience of power strips is undeniable, but the hazards they present in hospitals and other health care facilities are less well-known.
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