Hygienically Clean and Clean Green Certifications on Display at AHE Summit

The Association for the Healthcare Environment (AHE) Exchange24 Education & Solution Summit in Phoenix brought together healthcare environmental services professionals for a dynamic two-day event featuring networking, learning and collaboration. Held on July 22-24, the summit presented an opportunity to educate attendees about TRSA’s certification programs, including Clean Green and Hygienically Clean.

Attendees gained first-hand insights into the comprehensive measures taken by Hygienically Clean-certified plants, enhancing their understanding of how these practices contribute to overall safety and quality in healthcare settings. TRSA had a booth featuring information about its Hygienically Clean and Clean Green certification offerings at the event.

“We were provided with an opportunity to educate both industry professionals and consumers about the rigorous processes involved in obtaining and maintaining Hygienically Clean and Clean Green certifications, highlighting the substantial efforts and dedication required to meet these high standards,” said Samlane Ketevong, TRSA’s senior director of certification and accreditation. “We aim to convey the importance of certification and the value it brings to healthcare environments.”

The summit was designed to address the evolving challenges and opportunities within healthcare environmental services. Attendees gained access to the latest strategies, discovered effective solutions to persistent issues and learned best practices that drive success in the field.

Key highlights of the Exchange24 Education & Solution Summit include:

• Expert-Led Sessions: Allowed participants to engage with thought leaders and industry experts as they presented on emerging strategies and cutting-edge solutions.
• Networking Opportunities: Allowed participants to connect with fellow professionals to exchange ideas, build relationships and expand their professional network.
• Interactive Workshops: Participated in hands-on workshops to tackle long-standing challenges and implement practical solutions.
• Resource Center: Accessed a comprehensive range of resources and tools designed to support ongoing professional development and success.

For more information about TRSA’s Hygienically Clean and Clean Green certification programs, visit www.trsa.org/certification.