NEHES Monthly Digest

New England Healthcare Engineers Society

NEHES News

NEHES Education Survey: We Want to Hear From You!

We’re always working to improve the educational offerings provided by NEHES, and your input is essential to making that happen.

If you have not already had a chance to do so, please take a few moments to complete our short seven-question survey and help us better serve your professional development needs. Your feedback will help shape future programs, resources, and training opportunities. The survey will remain open through Friday, October 31.

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Thank you for being an engaged member of the NEHES community!

Calling All New ASHE Certificate Holders

Managing the Way Your Facility uses Energy is No Small Challenge – CPower Can Help

CPower can help your organization monetize its energy assets, and manage your Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) - like energy storage, solar PV, fuel cells, wind generation, and more. To ensure your patient's high-quality care, your organization consumes a great deal of energy at all hours of the day. What if you could reduce your organization’s energy costs AND earn revenue for using less energy?

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Upcoming Events

RIHES Fall Social | Wednesday, Nov. 12

Join RIHES for spirits and snacks, plus plenty of networking and fun!
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MHFPS Fire & Life Safety Summit | Two Dates! Thursday, Nov. 13, and Friday, Nov. 14

Free event! Limited to facility attendees.
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CHES Connecticut Children’s Tower & Expansion Tour | Friday, Nov. 14

Please join us for an exclusive tour of the new tower at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center!
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Engelberth Construction has worked in some of Northern New England’s most advanced hospitals, medical centers, and research facilities. With a strong record of on-time, on-budget delivery and exemplary safety, we bring unmatched experience to every project. Our adaptable, well-trained teams are equipped to meet unique healthcare demands, reinforcing the trusted relationships we’ve built through consistent results.

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ASHE Update

Activating a Water Management Plan

Health Facilities Management

Implementing a comprehensive water management program in health care facilities—guided by ASHE’s updated monograph—helps mitigate risks from waterborne pathogens through team coordination, system mapping, risk assessment, and adherence to ANSI/ASHRAE standards.

Sustainability

How Efficiency Checklists Help Hospitals Save Energy, Water and Money

Healthcare Facilities Today

A practical efficiency checklist developed by Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth helps hospitals uncover low- and no-cost opportunities to save energy and water, reduce emissions, and reinvest in sustainable infrastructure upgrades.

100 Years of Healthcare Building!

For more than a century, Turner is proud to celebrate a century of building exceptional healthcare facilities, a testament to our legacy of progress, innovation, and excellence. As the #1 healthcare builder in the U.S., this milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to shaping environments that advance medical care and research. Visit turnerconstruction.com to learn more!

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NEHES Launches New Sustainability Resource Hub!

EV Chargers and Energy Storage Opportunities in New England Webinar

Facility Management News

Top Five Findings in Care Environments

Health Facilities Management

The Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality identified the five most common deficiencies in healthcare facility compliance during its 2024 surveys, highlighting persistent issues with fire safety, emergency power systems, equipment risk assessments, and documentation practices that facilities must address to improve regulatory adherence.

What to Consider When Modernizing Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare Facilities Today

Modernizing healthcare facilities requires early alignment of strategic planning with design, adoption of flexible and sustainable infrastructure, and a balanced approach to preserving functional older assets while prioritizing patient care and operational efficiency.

Expert Infection Control: Nephros Filters & Peracidin Supplies

Total Quality Medical is the oldest and trusted distributor of Nephros Class II medical device water filters, we provide high-quality water filtration solutions for critical healthcare environments. Our point-of-use and in-line filters ensure pure water for surgical handwashing, medical equipment, wound cleaning, and more. Peracidin disinfectant further supports infection control. Maximize safety and efficiency with Total Quality Medical.

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Emergency Management Planning Drive by HVAs

Health Facilities Management

Establishing a comprehensive emergency management program driven by a hazard vulnerability assessment enables health care facilities to proactively identify, prioritize, and mitigate risks while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuity of care.