HESGNY September Educational Seminar

Visualizing Risk - ICRA

Michael Pomrico Health Care Design

Zoom link:

https://meetmsk.zoom.us/j/98886350133

Understanding Infection Control Risk Assessment

ICRA is a systematic process that evaluates potential infection control hazards within a healthcare setting. It helps identify vulnerabilities and develops strategies to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

1 Identification

Identifying potential infection sources, such as contaminated surfaces or equipment.

2 Assessment

Evaluating the likelihood and severity of infection transmission from identified sources.

3 Mitigation

Developing and implementing strategies to minimize or eliminate infection risks.

4 Monitoring

Regularly evaluating the effectiveness of mitigation measures and making adjustments as needed.

Speakers:

Domenic Baratta

MPH, CSP, HEM, CHSP

10 years’ experience in healthcare operations, operational management, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement

System Director for the Environmental Health & Safety Department for the Montefiore Health System in New York

Barrins & Associates, an affiliate of HBS

Patton Healthcare Consulting, an affiliate of HBS

Michael Pomarico

Architect, NCARB, ASHE

40 Years of experience exclusively in Healthcare Architecture

Pomarico Design Studio Architecture, PLLC Established in 1992, full-service Healthcare Architecture firm

HealthRisk Technologies, Inc

Established in 2002, PCRA and Risk Assessment software firm dedicated to improving outcomes Center for Health Design – Member of Environmental Standards Council