Complying with Joint Commission

Health care facilities accredited by the Joint Commission must have a management program to "reduce the potential for organizational-acquired illness." The standard holds health care facilities responsible for "managing pathogenic biological agents in cooling towers, domestic hot/cold water systems, and other aerosolizing water systems."

The American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE), in technical reports on managing waterborne pathogens per the Joint Commision standard, has recommended that health care facilities conduct an assessment of potential sources of Legionella and develop a management plan for maintenance and operation of water systems.

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