This session will explore the important link between sustainability and patient safety, focusing on how healthcare operations impact environmental health. As climate change progresses, the resilience of healthcare providers becomes increasingly important.
This session will provide insights into why sustainability is crucial for patient safety and how accreditation bodies are addressing this issue.
Key Focus Areas:
1. Sustainability as a Patient Safety Issue: • How healthcare operations contribute to environmental health risks. • The need for healthcare providers to adapt to climate change for better resilience.
2. Incorporating Sustainability in Hospital Accreditation: • Efforts by the Joint Commission and others to include sustainability in accreditation standards. • Five key elements of future accreditation that are practical and achievable for all organizations.
3. Support for Advanced Organizations: • Initiatives for organizations that are leading in sustainability practices.
