Healthcare Facilities Management Society of New Jersey, Inc.

Serving Healthcare Since 1949

 

 

*** General Membership Meeting***

 

Minutes to the Meeting of

March 16, 2006

 

President John DiGirolomo, CHFM, called the meeting to order on Thursday, March 16, 2006, at the Galloping Hill Inn, Union, New Jersey, commencing at 6:07 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. There was a moment of silence observed for the men and women who are serving abroad. Self-introductions were made.

 

TOPICS OF DISCUSSION

 

SPONSOR

 

The sponsors for this evening's event were "Sound Equipment" and "The Jayson Company".

 

EDUCATIONAL SESSION TOPIC

 

Our presenter for the evening's education session was Mr. Timothy A. Nestor; SSA of the FBI. He presented information on Identity Theft Issues. See attached presentation.

 

DINNER BREAK AT 7:15 P.M.

 

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

 

John DiGirolomo, CHFM reported that the Image of the suggested new logo for the HFMSNJ is posted on the Web Site. He urged all in attendance to submit their vote by March 31, 2006. John also indicated that the Educational Segment Survey form would be posted to the Website in the near future. This is a very important tool for understanding the satisfaction and the needs of the HFMSNJ members in relation to this very important part of our regular meetings.

 

 

PRESIDENT-ELECT'S REPORT

 

Ben DiFranco, CHFM urged everyone to visit the ASHE table and to consider becoming a member of ASHE. Ben DiFranco, CHFM, advised that the CEU credits were sent out recently to all respective members. He reminded everyone to keep the date open and to participate in this year's "All Day Seminar".

 

Ben indicated the change in the annual schedule would include a regular meeting in November. The annual Holiday Gathering will be scheduled in early December.

 

 

SECRETARY'S REPORT

 

Rick Ciullo had no updates to report. Please submit reports to him electronically at rdciullo@ashland.com .

 

 

TREASURER'S REPORT

 

Treasurer Robert Thompson, was absent, therefore no report was presented.

 

AD JOURNAL

 

Margaret Nesby again distributed the 2006 Ad Journal to all members in attendance. In preparation for the 2007 Ad Journal, Margaret requested that members become involved with content and ideas. Margaret also solicited camera-ready artwork for Ad Journal content. If there are any questions relative to the Ad Journal, please contact Margaret at margaretnesby@truevalue.net .

 

ADVOCACY

 

Robert Roop, P.E., reported on several topics. The first topic was to submit a letter to the Commissioner of the Department of Health on "Pull Station Testing". It will suggest bringing the testing and reporting in line with the NFPA CODES. Robert also covered information on the location of alcohol hand disinfectant. As of this time, testing was completed on the gel form of the products, but not yet on the foam. It was noted that the foam contains isobutene.

ASHE

 

Ben DiFranco, CHFM urged everyone to visit the ASHE table and to consider becoming an ASHE Member.

 

 

 

 

 

MEMBERSHIP

           

There was one new candidate for membership; Dianne Applebaum. There was a motion to accept Ms. Applebaum made by Bill Anderson, seconded by James Corueil, and unanimously approved by all members.

 

WEBSITE

 

Oscar Gonzalez; CHFM, indicated that the website has been greatly improved. It is much more "user friendly". If anyone has any ideas or suggestions on how to improve the site, please address them with Oscar.

           

LEVELS OF AFFILIATION

 

Ben DiFranco, CHFM indicated that he and Rick Ciullo submitted the 2005 HFMSNJ Levels of Affiliation binder. Approximately 40 man-hours of work went into the submittal, which was mailed out on March 10, 2006.

 

NEWSLETTER

 

Mary Padgett was not in attendance; therefore, no report was submitted.

 

EAB

 

James Corueil reported that the EO 50 has expanded the role of first responders. He also reported that William Cutthill filled the open seat on the EAB committee, from St. Barnabas Healthcare System.

 

SOCIAL JUSTICE

 

Frank Keller informed us that the February Bridges Run was very successful. There will be a Bridges Run on Friday, May17, 2006. Anyone attending the run is to meet at Christ Church, Summit, NJ. Please be sure to bring food and clothing to meetings. Frank was also interested in ideas for another community project for HMFSNJ such as painting a house or sponsoring a kid for a summer camp.

 

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION COMMITTEE

 

George Thomas, FASHE urged all in attendance to nominate HFMSNJ members for regional leader, manager of the year, or special recognition for services that go above and beyond our normal duties.

 

 

 

 

DOH UPDATES

           

James Corueil reported on several issues pertaining to the Department of Health:

 

1. The DOH may require that contractors who work in healthcare facilities have TB testing on a regular basis.

2. Negative pressure rooms must be at a consistent -0.1 or less. If a steady -0.1 cannot be maintained, the DOH will fail the inspection.

 

3. It is acceptable to have alcohol hand sanitizer dispensers closer to an outlet than the standards require if the dispenser is on an adjacent wall.

 

4. AIA Guidelines may change in reference to Endoscopy suites. The scopes must be cleaned and stored in two separate rooms.

           

           

                                                            GOLF COMMITTEE

 

Roger Ennis reported that the applications for the Golf Outing would be distributed in April. The date of this year's outing is Tuesday, June 6 at the Fox Hollow Country Club. Please save the date.

 

 

OLD BUSINESS

 

There was no old business to report on.

           

NEW BUSINESS

 

           

There was no new business to report.

 

GOOD OF THE ORDER

 

Frank Keller will become a Grandfather within the next week or so.

 

 

MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:31 P.M.