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In anticipation of unannounced visits by JCAHO surveyors and BWH’s next triennial compliance survey, BWH Bulletin brings you tips to prepare for the upcoming JCAHO visit. This week’s tip: To reduce the risk of patient harm resulting from falls, a fall reduction program must be implemented to prevent falls and minimize the risk of injury resulting from falls. All fall risks are assessed upon admission, daily throughout hospital stay, when a patient transfers from one service to another and whenever a change occurs concerning patient status.