CHC Healthcare Compliance & Regulations

Question 1

Which organization accredits healthcare facilities in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Joint Commission

Answer

OSHA

Answer

EPA

Answer

ASHRAE

Question 2

What is the purpose of the NFPA 99 code?

Accepted Answer

Healthcare facilities' electrical and gas systems

Answer

Fire suppression in residential buildings

Answer

Plumbing code enforcement

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Zoning compliance

Question 3

What does HIPAA primarily regulate?

Accepted Answer

Health information privacy

Answer

Construction permits

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Medical waste disposal

Answer

Fire code inspections

Question 4

Which of the following applies to barrier protection during hospital construction?

Accepted Answer

Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA)

Answer

ASHRAE Standard 90.1

Answer

Joint Commission Environmental Checklist

Answer

ANSI Mechanical Barrier Act

Question 5

Which law requires equal access to buildings for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

ADA

Answer

Fair Labor Standards Act

Answer

National Fire Protection Act

Answer

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act

Question 6

What is the role of the Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI)?

Accepted Answer

Publishes design and construction guidelines

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Creates financial plans for hospitals

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Conducts clinical safety inspections

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Issues building permits

Question 7

Which regulation covers emergency preparedness in healthcare facilities?

Accepted Answer

CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule

Answer

NFPA 13

Answer

OSHA Exit Route Standard

Answer

ASHRAE 62.1

Question 8

Why must healthcare constructors understand local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)?

Accepted Answer

To ensure project meets code enforcement requirements

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To perform medical procedures

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To order hospital equipment

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To oversee medical record systems

Question 9

Which organization develops model building codes widely adopted in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

ICC

Answer

FDA

Answer

EPA

Answer

NIOSH