Healthcare Compliance & Regulations Flashcards
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Which federal agency enforces the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards for healthcare facilities?
Answer: Department of Justice (DOJ)
The Department of Justice enforces ADA Title III accessibility requirements for places of public accommodation, including healthcare facilities.
Under CMS Conditions of Participation, what is the minimum required distance between beds in a multi-bed patient room?
Answer: 4 feet
CMS Conditions of Participation require a minimum of 4 feet between beds in multi-bed patient rooms to allow for patient care and equipment access.
Which standard specifically addresses infection control requirements during healthcare construction projects?
Answer: ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment)
ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) is the standard protocol used to evaluate and mitigate infection risks during healthcare construction and renovation.
A healthcare contractor discovers asbestos-containing materials (ACM) during demolition. What is the FIRST required action?
Answer: Notify the project owner and stop work
Upon discovering ACM, workers must immediately stop work and notify the owner/contractor so a licensed abatement professional can be engaged per EPA and OSHA regulations.
The Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) policy is triggered when which condition exists during healthcare construction?
Answer: A required fire safety feature is impaired or taken out of service
ILSM are compensatory measures required by The Joint Commission when a required fire or life safety feature is compromised during construction or renovation.
Which NFPA standard governs the installation and testing of fire alarm systems in healthcare occupancies?
Answer: NFPA 72
NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, governs the installation, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems in all occupancy types including healthcare.
What is the primary purpose of a Preconstruction Risk Assessment (PCRA) in a healthcare setting?
Answer: Identify and mitigate risks to patients and staff before construction begins
A PCRA is conducted before construction starts to identify potential hazards—including infection, noise, vibration, and utility disruption—and implement controls to protect patients and staff.