At RTCA we emphasize a practical approach to your conformity with the standards of the Joint Commision on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. We will help ensure that your Joint Commission Continuous Readiness Program for the Environment of Care is implemented completely throughout your organization. Our approach is comprehensive – from solid interpretations of the intent of the EOC Standards, to designing site-specific reporting systems, training programs, policies, and procedures. Our technical team works with you to implement effective tools and ensure you are positioned for your upcoming survey or changes within the Joint Commission standards (especially with the renewed focus and constant changes to the standards as well as the survey process).

We will help you design and implement an effective, continuous EOC Management Program that will prepare you for your PPR as well as your unannounced survey.

• Assessment Surveys with Recommended Solutions
• Life Safety Specialist Review
• Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Review, Design & Drills
• ILSM Planning& Audits
• Periodic Performance Review (PPR)
• Performance Improvement Planning & Reporting
• Web based MSDS Management/Hazard Surveillance
• Workshops and speaker services

Complete Joint Commission Accreditation Preparation

RT Cotter and Associates' Complete Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations services prepare your organization for the Joint Commission survey and work to continuously improve your care environment. From interpreting the standards and conducting assessments to supplying staff training and project management resources, our solution is comprehensive.

• Committee Management Support
• Patient Safety Program
• Emergency Management Program Design and Implementation
• Fire Safety Building Survey and Fire Suppression Training
• Web based Hazard Surveillance
• Web based MSDS Management
• SOC Internet Management Solution
• Workshops

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Services

• Health & Safety Program review to efficiently and effectively improve your program through simple, compliant program design.
• Hazardous Materials Management (EPA) programs evaluating your current program for safety, compliance and costs.
• Safety Mentorship to position new staff for success with new responsibilities
• Injury Reduction Programs to lower your accident and injury rate while reducing workers compensation costs.
• Specific OSHA Programs like Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, etc. can be design specific to your equipment and facility layout.
• Ergonomic Programs are evaluated and improved for cost effective approaches to the specific issues faced by your company.