BHFC Design ConsultingMar 82 minExterior Windows & CoveringsExterior windows are a significant issue in any Behavioral healthcare project, whether new construction or remodeling existing space. The main issues are the...
BHFC Design ConsultingMar 82 minSpecial Roller Blinds for Behavioral Health UnitsWindow coverings are an important visual element in any behavioral health care setting. With the current emphasis on creating “residential”, “home-like” and ...
BHFC Design ConsultingMar 81 minLigature Resistant Picture FramesFrames that are safe for displaying artwork, regulatory information, mirrors and other items within behavioral healthcare environments have long been a probl...
BHFC Design ConsultingMar 82 minMedical Gas Outlet CoversMedical gas outlets in psychiatric patient rooms are a known hazard, especially if devices are attached to the outlets. If they are in use and tubing and oth...
BHFC Design ConsultingMar 82 minHow Do Psychiatric Units Need to Be Different From General Hospital Units?GENERAL HOSPITAL Focus is on treating medical conditions FUNCTION OF SPACE: Treatment takes place in patient rooms Family visitation takes place in patient r...
BHFC Design ConsultingFeb 121 minSpreadsheet for Published Suicide Risk Reduction Expert Panel RecommendationsClick HERE to download.
BHFC Design ConsultingJan 81 minBehavioral Health Clinic in a Wal-Mart StoreBeacon Health Options has launched Beacon Care Services’ first outpatient mental health clinic location inside a Walmart store in Carrollton, Texas. This is...
BHFC Design ConsultingJan 81 minExpanding Our View of Mental HealthExpanding Our View of Mental Health. by Sara Millburn, MHCL This article makes a great case for integrated care in the world of primary care practice. Among...
BHFC Design ConsultingJan 81 minApplications of Color Temperature Options with LED Lighting“Warm white” and “Cool white” have been standard colors of fluorescent lighting for decades. The maturation of LED light sources now give us many more choic...
BHFC Design ConsultingJan 81 minBottom of Glass Lites in Doors Now 43 Inches Maximum Above FloorBoth the ADA and ICC A117.1 now require that the bottom on vision panels in doors or sidelights be no more than 43″ above the floor. This requirement has be...
BHFC Design ConsultingJan 81 minKimberly McMurray Now Member of FGI Health Guidelines Revisions Committee Behavioral Health GroupWe are pleased to announce that Kim now has a seat at the table to help provide your feedback regarding ways the FGI Guidelines may be revised to provide cle...
BHFC Design ConsultingJan 81 minJoint Commission FAQ - Monitoring Requirements for Suicidal PatientsSuicide Risk Reduction – Monitoring High – Risk Patients What is the monitoring requirement for patients at high risk for suicide? In units/areas that contai...
BHFC Design ConsultingNov 15, 20191 minFAQs on Monitoring Requirements for Suicidal PatientsTJC FAQ191115 - Issued November 15, 2019 National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) (Behavioral Health / Behavioral Health Care) Suicide Risk Reduction – Monitorin...
BHFC Design ConsultingNov 3, 20191 minDesigning a Place of Sanctuary for Behavioral Health Inpatients & StaffJim Hunt – BHFC, Robyn Lindstrom – Davis Partnership, Kim Boe – West Springs Hospital: Healthcare Design Expo and Conference: New Orleans, LA – November 3, 2...
BHFC Design ConsultingSep 25, 20191 minNY Hospital, Outpatient Facilities and Medical Office Buildings SummitKim McMurray will present at the 6th Annual Education and Networking day for exploring Issues, Solutions Action and Making Connections. This will be held at...
BHFC Design ConsultingSep 18, 20191 minHow & Why Behavioral Health Inpatient Design is Different from Medical/Surgical UnitsKimberly Newton McMurray, AIA, EDAC, MBA Principal, Behavioral Health Facility Consulting, LLC "How and Why Behavioral Health Inpatient Design is Different f...
BHFC Design ConsultingJul 22, 20191 minJoint Commission FAQ - Acceptable Replacements for Solid CeilingsLigature and Suicide Risk Reduction – Ceiling Systems What ceiling systems are allowable as a replacement for a solid ceiling? A monolithic ceiling must eith...
BHFC Design ConsultingJun 30, 20191 minFGI Guidelines Public Proposal Period Closes June 30, 2019Are there parts of the FGI Guidelines that you feel should be clarified or modified to better guide the design and construction of psychiatric hospitals and ...
BHFC Design ConsultingMay 10, 20191 minDesigning behavioral health facilities [AIA course] By: DEBBIE GREGORY, DNP, RN; JAMES M. HUNT, AIA; KIMBERLY NEWTON MCMURRAY, AIA, EDAC; AND BEN SZELA, PE, CEA Behavioral health facility construction is exper...
BHFC Design ConsultingMay 1, 20191 minPublic Comment Period Closes June 27, 2019 on Clarification of Ligature Risk Interpretive GuidelinesCMS is requesting public comment on its proposed clarification of Ligature Risk Interpretive Guidelines. This is CMS’ response to the work of The Joint Commi...
