Joint Commission: New Rules for Hospital Safety and Standards

Joint Commission is rolling out Accreditation 360, a major update to hospital standards that takes effect January 1, 2026. In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, Jim Grana, Life Safety Code Field Director at Joint Commission, walks us through what these changes mean for hospitals and healthcare teams across the U.S.

Jim explains how the standards are being restructured, including a nearly 50% reduction in Elements of Performance for some hospitals, and offers practical guidance on how organizations can prepare. From understanding the new numbering system to identifying what’s critical for compliance, this episode makes Accreditation 360 clear and actionable.

Whether you’re directly involved in hospital compliance or just curious about how these updates impact healthcare operations, Jim provides insight, strategies, and perspective to help teams stay ahead of the changes.

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