External Resources
To support skilled nursing facilities in understanding and complying with Post-Certification Registered Environmental Evaluations (PCREE), we’ve gathered trusted resources from both industry experts and official regulatory bodies. These references reinforce the importance of PCREE for safety, compliance, and quality of care.
PCREE-Specific Resources
1. Medical Equipment Repair Network – What is Patient Care Related Electrical Equipment (PCREE)?
Explains the definition of PCREE, the scope of devices included, and why proper testing and maintenance matter for safety and compliance.
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2. PCREE Test – How Do Skilled Nursing Facilities Manage PCREE Inspection?
Step-by-step guidance for SNFs on building an inventory, scheduling inspections, assigning roles, and documenting compliance.
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3. Care Providers Association – PCREE Electrical Equipment Testing Per NFPA 99 (2012)
Detailed overview of NFPA 99 testing requirements: physical integrity, leakage current, ground resistance, frequency, and documentation.
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4. New York State Department of Health – Inspection & Maintenance of Patient Care Electrical Equipment (DAL NH 18-04)
Regulatory bulletin requiring staff training, scheduled inspections, and maintenance of PCREE in nursing homes.
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Official Compliance & Safety References
CMS – Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
State Operations Manual: Guidance for Surveyors in Nursing Homes
This manual outlines the federal standards surveyors use when inspecting nursing homes, including physical environment and equipment safety requirements. For facilities, aligning PCREE programs with CMS guidance helps ensure a smooth survey process and avoids costly citations.
➡️ CMS Manual PDF
FDA – U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Medical Device Safety and Reporting Requirements
The FDA provides comprehensive guidance on the safe use, reporting, and maintenance of medical devices. For PCREE compliance, these resources help facilities understand how equipment failures must be reported and why proactive testing reduces patient risk.
➡️ FDA Device Guidance
OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Healthcare Industry Safety and Health Topics
OSHA’s healthcare section addresses electrical safety, worker protections, and hazard prevention within long-term care and medical environments. Incorporating OSHA’s principles into PCREE programs ensures staff are not only compliant but also protected from preventable workplace risks.
➡️ OSHA Healthcare Safety
CDC – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Long-Term Care Facility Infection Prevention and Control
While focused on infection control, CDC’s guidance underscores how equipment and facility safety directly affect resident outcomes. PCREE-related inspections complement infection prevention by ensuring devices and infrastructure are safe, reliable, and not contributing to broader safety hazards.
➡️ CDC LTCF Guidance
How to Use These Resources
Stay compliant: Use these documents to align your facility’s PCREE program with NFPA 99, CMS, OSHA, and state guidance.
Educate staff: Share summaries and links with clinical, maintenance, and compliance teams.
Demonstrate credibility: Reference these sources in your policies to show regulators and surveyors that your program is rooted in official standards.