APIC New England Fall Conference 2026: Erin Higgins Presents on Healthcare Pharmacy Design Requirements and USP 797 & 800
Inside the Healthcare Pharmacy: Facility Design and USP 797 & 800 Essentials for Infection Preventionists
Designed specifically for healthcare infection preventionists, this session explores the critical facility design requirements and the USP 797 and 800 standards that serve as the foundation for safe pharmacy operations. Participants will examine design requirements for both hazardous and non-hazardous drug preparation areas, focusing on ISO classifications, differential pressure, and room layout, as well as their direct impact on product integrity and staff safety.
The session will highlight the core infection prevention principles underlying USP Chapter 797, including aseptic techniques, sterile compounding practices, environmental controls, and contamination prevention. Through real-world case studies, discover how room design, operational workflow, and pressure differentials interact to protect air quality and ensure safety in the pharmacy.
Presenter:
Erin Higgins, MS, CIH, CSP
Principal Consultant, Healthcare
Environmental Health & Engineering
APIC New England Fall Conference
October 16, 2026
Springfield, MA