The Environment of Care Standard/Program is an integral component of every health care facility/agency. The safety management plans which include: safety, security, infectious waste management, emergency preparedness, fire/life safety and medical equipment management are essential components that require ongoing auditing and monitoring through the Quality Management Program. Assume the role of Quality Improvement Director of a Hospital or Nursing Home and select two of the plans that are of the most interest to you. Develop a QI plan to address each of the two Environment of Care plans that you selected. Example: if you select Emergency Preparedness Plan, you can develop a plan to address pandemics.
