Isolation Room Preparedness and COVID-19

Airborne Infection Isolation Room (AIIR) Checklist

Utilize this checklist to help ensure your AIIRs are ready to receive patients with suspected or confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). For more details, refer to the ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170-2017 Ventilation of Health Care Facilities.

• Verify the room sensors are calibrated and working properly
• Verify room controllers and monitors are working and communicating with airflow valves
• Verify the room is operating at a negative pressure relative to surrounding areas
• Verify room pressure is being properly documented
• Verify correct air changes per hour are taking place per CDC/ASHRAE standards
• Verify temperature and humidity ranges are in place per CDC/ASHRAE standards
• Verify room air is being exhausted directly outside through a HEPA filter
• Verify doors are being kept closed except during healthcare personnel entry/exit
• Confirm patient rooms are visible on your BAS, for prompt notification of any issues
• Consider updating older VAV boxes to a fast-acting Venturi air valve or measured airflow valve
• Plan for an influx of patients and how to address isolation requirements in your facility

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