Small Healthcare Facility CMS Audits; A Guide for Water Management Plans

Completing a detailed water system survey, updated piping schematics and clear understanding of legionella outbreak conditions are part of the foundation for a water management plan. Setting up or revising a detailed plan followed by implementation actions will help identify and mitigate legionella and other threats to hospitals and healthcare facilities.

This downloadable free guide outlines the core elements of a CMS-certified Water Management Plan for preventing the growth and spread of Legionella. While every step is important, there is a quick and economical way to get started: a Facility Risk Assessment. This is a walk-through of your facility that documents:

• Water system points-of-use (sinks, hot tubs, showers, etc.),
• Likely areas for pathogen growth and,
• The risks to your residents and staff

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