Outdated curtains. Infection control gaps. Fire code violations. Privacy is no longer just about patient comfort — it’s now a critical pillar of compliance, safety, and hospital reputation. With updated 2026 Joint Commission standards and NFPA 101 fire safety requirements taking full effect, hospitals and VA facilities must rethink how they provide physical separation in
Delayed upgrades, patient complaints, and audit flags—why privacy matters more than ever In hospitals, small things send big messages. A stained curtain, a loosely drawn divider, or a lack of visual privacy tells patients—and inspectors—more than you might think. For years, privacy curtains were the go-to option in shared hospital spaces. But in a modern
Curtains Don’t Contain Infection: Why Isolation Rooms Need a Privacy Upgrade The risks hospitals overlook—and the solution they can roll into place today Curtains were never designed for infection control. Yet in many hospitals across the country, they remain the default barrier in patient isolation rooms—where privacy, safety, and compliance should be strongest. As the
Why Therapy Clinics Are Turning to Mobile Privacy Screens As therapy and rehab centers evolve to serve a wider range of patient needs, one thing remains constant: privacy matters. Whether you're treating patients in an open therapy gym or running back-to-back evaluations in shared rooms, creating private, flexible spaces is essential for comfort, safety, and
Why schools are turning to flexible, mobile dividers to improve learning spaces As schools adapt to evolving learning environments, from multi-use classrooms to hybrid education, traditional room setups no longer meet modern demands. Fixed walls and bulky furniture limit how space can be used—especially in settings where multiple groups, grades, or programs need to share
When you can wipe it clean, you can breathe easier. Healthcare teams know the importance of infection control. But one thing often gets overlooked in that equation: the surface of the privacy barrier itself. Fabric curtains may seem harmless—they’ve been used in hospitals for decades. However, study after study shows they can quietly harbor dangerous
Cleanable, compliant, and ready in seconds — here’s how Rolascreen strengthens your frontline defense. Infection control isn’t just a policy — it’s a responsibility. Every surface, every process, and every decision impacts patient safety and staff protection. And in a post-pandemic world, the margin for error is thinner than ever. That’s why hospitals nationwide are
In pediatric care, privacy calms fear, eases anxiety, and protects dignity for the whole family. A child’s hospital visit isn’t just another case on the schedule. It’s an emotional event—for them and for their parents. Whether it’s a routine treatment or an emergency situation, children often enter clinical spaces feeling scared, confused, and overwhelmed. In
A small equipment shift that helps solve one of healthcare’s biggest bottlenecks. In today’s hospitals, room turnover speed can make or break operational efficiency. Discharges are delayed. Emergency departments back up. And in many cases, one surprising source of that delay is hiding in plain sight: fabric privacy curtains. Rolascreen offers a smarter alternative —
From laundry fees to labor hours, here’s how hospitals save more than they expect. When hospitals look to reduce costs, they usually focus on staffing, equipment, or billing—the big-ticket items. However, some of the most persistent, expensive inefficiencies are experienced in day-to-day operations, especially in areas few people question. Privacy curtains are a prime example.
