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5 Comment: Considerable variations remain in Net Zero drive 5 Cover story: PPL Training’s industry partnerships expand its offering 7 Institute News: IHEEM NI conference and exhibition to be ‘pivotal’ event 12 Training and Development section 21 Health Sector News: Old Medical School to become innovation hub
FEATURES
27 Key considerations for a successful project In HEJ March 2024, three microbiologists and a highly experienced EFM professional argued that ensuring patient safety in new healthcare facilities requires a different approach to design and construction. Here, they discuss some of the key issues requiring particular consideration.
33 CSC scientific conference will ‘push the boundaries’ Dr. Jimmy Walker, chair of the Central Sterilising Club, focuses on the highlights of this month’s 2024 Annual Scientific Conference, with delegates ‘in for a big surprise’.
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37 ‘Critical role of infrastructure’ in the Net Zero drive Speaking at a Westminster Health Forum policy conference held online, Lord Markham, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department of Health & Social Care, discussed the ‘critical role of infrastructure’ in achieving the NHS’s Net Zero targets.
43 Climate change the biggest threat to human health At a London conference on the NHS and sustainability, Dr Hayley Pinto, Education and Training lead at The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare, highlighted some of the key challenges facing the NHS as the service and its staff strive to meet demanding Net Zero targets.
49 System proves effective in combating P. aeruginosa Horne Engineering reports on the positive reception given to its In-Line Thermal Disinfection Unit by the Head of Healthcare Compliance at Skanska, who sought an effective means of combating the persistent challenge of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in hospital water settings.
53 Propelling the NHS to Net Zero with smart pump tech Jason Hartigan, Specification Sales manager at Wilo UK, discusses the need to correctly specify and maintain pumps in healthcare settings.
57 Limitations with HTMs need addressing Ashley Morpeth, an Authorising Engineer at Eta Projects, discusses some of the key reasons why he believes a number of HTM guidance documents are badly in need of updating.
61 Ensuring cable management systems are fit for purpose Paul Martin, head of Specification for Cable Management, Legrand UK & Ireland, explains how those looking after healthcare facilities can ensure that their cable management product specification offers peace of mind.
65 Sustainability and longevity top the agenda
Via ‘seamless integration’ of its in- house manufacturing and installation capabilities, BioClad says it has not only streamlined the process, but can also ensure the quality and reliability of its extensive range of
antimicrobial cladding, wall protection, and IPS units.
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