In this episode of Facility Voices we hear from industry leader Shane Sullivan, VP of Sales at Nephros, as he shares the critical importance of water quality management in healthcare and beyond.

Drawing from over 25 years of experience in facilities and maintenance, Shane guides us through his career journey, spanning from biopharmaceutical and university research environments to his current position at Nephros, a medical device company specializing in filtration solutions. He sheds light on prevalent water quality concerns within the industry, such as lead levels, PFAS, and other harmful elements, underscoring the critical role of water filtration, particularly for dialysis patients. 

 

Shane also talks about the challenges faced in healthcare facilities, dealing with old infrastructure headaches, and how natural disasters can throw a curveball into the mix. Shane provides valuable insights into the multifaceted world of water management, touching on important stuff like ASHRAE guidelines and CDC toolkits that are key for public health.

 

If you're keen to pick up some practical tips on boosting safety and resilience in our buildings, this episode is a must listen!

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Shane received his Bachelors of Science from the University of Southern California and had spent the past 25+ years serving in healthcare, life science and biopharmaceutical environments. In the past twelve years he’s been focused on raising awareness and addressing water quality in dialysis and healthcare in an effort to reduce healthcare associated infections. He’s spent the past four years on the Board or Directors for both the California APIC Coordinating Council and Greater Los Angeles Chapter for the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and looking to serve CSHE.

 

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