The Association for Linen Management (ALM) and TRSA have launched Linen360, an educational initiative created to improve how healthcare facilities train staff on the proper use of healthcare textiles. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to patient safety, operational efficiency and sustainability through better linen management practices.
At the center of the program is the Linen360 Healthcare Orientation Series, an engaging, animated training resource built for the wide range of personnel who interact with linen every day; nurses, certified nursing assistants (CNAs), environmental services (EVS) staff, technicians and others. Through practical, real-world scenarios, the series reinforces the essential role healthcare textiles play in patient care and infection prevention.
“This partnership with ALM allows us to deliver a unified message to healthcare workers about the importance of proper linen handling,” said Nancy Tree, TRSA Healthcare Committee Chair, noting that the Linen360 initiative combines the expertise of both organizations to promote standardized best practices across the industry. She added that the engaging, practical videos help staff immediately apply what they learn to improve safety, reduce waste, support compliance efforts and ultimately achieve better patient outcomes while reinforcing the value of healthcare linen as a reusable, patient-centered asset.
The three-video series walks learners through the complete linen flow cycle, with clear guidance on handling both clean and soiled linen. It highlights critical infection-prevention procedures for linen handling and storage, helping staff understand their role in maintaining a safe clinical environment. The series also addresses a common operational challenge such as, linen loss and misuse; offering actionable strategies that can help facilities reduce unnecessary costs.
By combining the expertise of TRSA and ALM, Linen360 promotes standardized best practices across the healthcare industry. The initiative supports compliance efforts while helping facilities optimize resources and reinforce the value of healthcare linen as a reusable, patient-centered asset.
“Linen is one of the few reusable medical supplies in healthcare, and what happens to it inside the facility; how it’s handled, stored and returned, matters as much as how it’s laundered,” said Liz Remillong, Chairman, Association for Linen Management. “Linen360 gives everyone who touches linen a clear, shared understanding of their role in keeping it safe and in the flow.”
ALM and TRSA healthcare operator members will have access to the videos and are encouraged to share this free educational content with their healthcare customers.
