About Hesas

The Healthcare Environmental Services Automation Society (HESAS) operates with a clear mission: to spearhead advancements in healthcare environmental services (ES) automation with the overarching goal of eradicating Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAIs). This mission is underpinned by a multifaceted approach that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and the development of proactive solutions.

At the core of HESAS's objectives is the establishment of a collaborative environment where stakeholders from various domains can come together to drive continuous innovation. Central to this effort is the development of open standards for computational environmental services processes. By creating these standards, HESAS aims to streamline and optimize ES workflows, ensuring that healthcare facilities can effectively mitigate the risk of HAIs.

In addition to standards development, HESAS is dedicated to the creation of computational infection control frameworks. These frameworks leverage data-driven approaches to enhance infection prevention and control measures within healthcare settings. By harnessing the power of computational tools and methodologies, HESAS endeavours to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of infection control practices.

Furthermore, HESAS recognizes the importance of operational ES frameworks in supporting healthcare facilities in their efforts to maintain a clean and safe environment. By developing and promoting best practices in ES operations, HESAS aims to empower healthcare providers with the tools and knowledge needed to uphold rigorous standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Quality models also play a crucial role in HESAS's mission, serving as benchmarks for evaluating and improving the quality of ES processes and outcomes. By establishing clear quality standards and metrics, HESAS seeks to drive continuous improvement in healthcare environmental services.

To effectively execute its objectives, HESAS has developed a strategy-centric execution framework. This framework provides guidance and structure for implementing HESAS's initiatives, ensuring alignment with overarching goals and objectives. Moreover, HESAS places a strong emphasis on risk management, recognizing the complex and multifaceted nature of healthcare-associated infections. By implementing a rigorous risk management framework, HESAS aims to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with ES processes and infection control practices.

Finally, HESAS is committed to the development of computational epistemological artifacts, which serve as foundational elements for advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of healthcare environmental services. These artifacts encompass a wide range of computational tools, models, and methodologies designed to enhance decision-making and problem-solving capabilities in the context of HAIs.

In pursuit of its mission, HESAS has established 10 working groups that focus on specific areas of interest and expertise. These working groups facilitate efficient collaboration and optimize the continuous development of open standards for computational environmental services and infection control. Through these collaborative efforts, HESAS aims to drive meaningful progress towards the eradication of HAIs and the promotion of safer and healthier healthcare environments.