Pace® Services for Healthcare Organizations
Pace® testing and advisory services help healthcare organizations meet strict regulatory standards and ensure the health and safety of their patients and employees. Our expert team can identify potential risks and vulnerabilities from waterborne pathogens and other contaminants and share insights on mitigation best practices. Using the latest advancements in lab testing technologies and methodologies, we help healthcare institutions achieve compliance, enhance operational efficiencies, and uphold their commitment to patient safety and environmental stewardship. Explore our services below or reach out to us to start a conversation today.
Who We Serve
Patient safety and better health outcomes start with ensuring a healthcare environment free from environmental pathogens and contaminants.
Assisted Living Facilities
Clinics and Medical Offices
Compounding Pharmacies
Hospitals
Long-term Care Providers Pharmacies
Rehabilitation Centers
Specialized Care Centers
Protecting Patient and Employee Safety
Pace® regulatory compliance experts are here to help you comply with the latest industry standards and regulations such as:
ANSI/AAMI ST 108:2023
ANSI/AAMI ST 108:2023 is a critical standard ensuring the highest quality water for processing medical devices and surgical instruments. By strictly adhering to its guidelines, healthcare facilities can significantly reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and safeguard patient health. This mandatory standard is essential for maintaining equipment integrity and delivering optimal patient care.
Legionella Testing for Healthcare
Since 2017, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) has required Medicare and Medicare/Medicaid certified healthcare facilities to implement water management policies and procedures to reduce the risk of Legionella and other opportunistic pathogens in building water systems. In 2022, the Joint Commission, an independent not-for-profit healthcare accreditation organization, also strengthened requirements for Legionella water management in healthcare environments.
Pace® is here to help you protect your patients and staff from potentially deadly outbreaks of Legionellosis. All Pace® Legionella testing labs are accredited by AIHA-LAP and LLC EMPLAP and CDC ELITE certified. Visit our Legionella Testing Services page to learn more or contact us today to start a conversation about Legionella testing for your facilities.
Legionella Outbreak Response Services
Our expert Legionella outbreak response team is available 24/7. We can help you quickly determine if Legionella is present in your water systems, create a remediation strategy, and even work with you on your communications to the public.
Other Waterborne Pathogens
Waterborne pathogens, such as Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM), thrive in the biofilm often found in water systems and can pose significant risks for healthcare-associated infections. Pace® offers specialized testing services for waterborne pathogens in healthcare settings, helping facilities manage and mitigate risks and ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASHRAE 188.
Water Management Planning
The Joint Commission and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) standards require hospitals to address the provision of water as part of the facility’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Both organizations recommend including prevention and response to disease outbreaks caused by waterborne pathogens such as Legionella.
Pace® has provided waterborne pathogens risk assessments to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities for decades. Our full-service water management plans help healthcare organizations comply with ASHRAE 188 and follow all Joint Commission and CMS recommendations. We also provide auditing services for your existing water management plans to ensure adherence to the latest rules, best practices, and scientific methods for waterborne pathogens testing and risk mitigation. Watch our webinar, Ensuring Patient Safety: Water Management Strategies in Healthcare
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Navigating the Revised USP <797> Standard for Environmental Monitoring
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USP <797> Compliance Testing
Pace® sample culture and analysis services help compounding pharmacies, hospitals, and other healthcare providers adhere to USP <797> guidelines to ensure the safety and efficacy of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs). Our analysis services include:
Fungi, Mold, and Mycotoxins Testing
Testing for fungi, mold, and mycotoxins (toxic compounds produced by certain types of molds and fungi) is crucial to protecting the health of patients, staff, and visitors. Using advanced techniques and the latest instrumentation, Pace® microbiologists can identify the species and measure the extent of contamination so you can take the necessary measures to ensure safety and adhere to the latest regulations.
Healthcare Facilities Management
In healthcare, lapses in facilities maintenance can lead to patient safety concerns and increased liability risks. Our facilities management solutions for healthcare can help minimize the risk of contamination and ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Scientific Staffing Services for Healthcare
Finding, hiring, and managing laboratory technicians is oftentimes a demanding process and limited by FTE restrictions. Pace® scientific staffing services can help you bridge the talent and resource gap with people that understand and support your science. Whether you need individual support or would like to offload routine scientific functions, we have the specialized experience to recruit the people to power your projects.
Supporting Those Who Help Others
Modern healthcare relies on the advancements supported by a variety of related organizations. Pace® supports organizations like these with comprehensive testing services designed for the work they do.
Pace® Building Sciences
“Sick building syndrome” refers to a situation where the occupants of a building experience acute health issues linked directly to the time spent in the building. Despite the cleanliness of most healthcare facilities, challenges can arise from issues like vapor intrusion, radon, lead, and other environmental contaminants. The Pace® Building Sciences team can help you promote a safe, healthy work environment for your employees.
Additional Resources
Webinar: Ensuring Patient Safety: Water Management Strategies in Healthcare Infographic: The Do’s and Don’ts of USP <797> Surface Sampling Infographic: The Do’s and Don’ts of USP <797> Gloved Fingertip Sampling Infographic: USP <797> Sample Shipping Checklist Info Sheet: Assessing Your Legionella Risk | Info Sheet: Pseudomonas Aeruginosa in Healthcare Info Sheet: CMS Waterborne Pathogens Panel – in design? Info Sheet: Water Infection Control Risk Assessment (WICRA) Info Sheet: Legionella in Healthcare Info Sheet: Pace® Water Management Planning Services eBook: Navigating the Revised USP <797> Standards for Environmental Monitoring |
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standards, data transparency, and the highest level of support
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