Worker Safety
Protect staff well-being with resources that address workplace hazards, support injury prevention and strengthen a culture of safety across health care settings.
Hospital Safety Programs
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Robert Loseman, Jr.
Vice President of Safety and Preparedness
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- 573-893-3700| ext. 1305
We will work with member hospitals, stakeholders and the public to help create a safe and respectful environment in which those who care for people can do their best work.
Strengthening Protection Protocols Across People, Places & Processes
MHA equips hospital safety leaders, facility managers and health system administrators with the resources they need to create and maintain safe, compliant environments for patients, staff and visitors.
From implementing life safety protocols and emergency evacuation procedures to promoting worker safety and systemwide communication, MHA offers tools and training that support preparedness, protect staff well-being and ensure regulatory alignment. These resources are designed to help health care organizations strengthen their safety culture and respond confidently to potential risks.
Safety in Every Corner of Care
Elevating Hospital Culture Through Respect & Readiness
Safe Environments
Promote safer care settings with guidance on building standards, emergency evacuation procedures and strategies to reduce physical and environmental risks.
Patient Safety
Improve patient outcomes with strategies for clinical quality, readmissions and care transitions support.
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August 14, 2026
MHA, SLMHC Invite Hospitals To Participate In St. Louis Health Care Career Event
The St. Louis Metropolitan Hospital Council, a regional office of MHA, invites hospitals and health care employers to participate in the Explore Your…
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August 14, 2026
MHA Distributes Analysis For Proposed Updates To CY 2027 Medicare Home Health PPS
The Missouri Hospital Association published an analysis that illustrates the financial effects of the calendar year 2027 Medicare Home Health…
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August 12, 2026
Registration Is Open For MHA’s 104th Annual Convention
One need look no further than the faces in the hallways of our hospital organizations to find the meaning of our work. They are faces of compassion…
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August 12, 2026
MHA Distributes Analysis Of Proposed CY 2027 Medicare Outpatient Prospective Payment System
The Missouri Hospital Association prepared an analysis illustrating the financial effects of the proposed calendar year 2027 Medicare Outpatient…
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GET INVOLVED Events & Education
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Aug
17
PQC Connect: Curing Hepatitis C through Labor & Delivery Admissions
This virtual session will explore hepatitis C, treatment assessment and strategies to use labor and delivery admissions as an opportunity to link…
Aug
20
AI Revolution in Commercial Buildings
This event explores how emerging AI-driven technologies are changing building operations from energy management and maintenance to security,…
Aug
24
HIDI Office Hours
Connect with HIDI experts during open office hours — get personalized help with tools, data submission and more.
Aug
25
HIDI Focus Session: HIDI Point of Care Alerting and Portal
Join us for a deep dive into HIDI’s Point of Care Alerting and Portal — powerful tools designed to bring actionable intelligence directly to…
Be Ready When It Matters Most
Emergency preparedness is essential to protecting patients, staff and operations during critical incidents. From natural disasters to large-scale health threats, having clear protocols and trained teams in place ensures your hospital can respond quickly, safely and effectively.