Undergoing a CMS survey can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when so much hinges on a successful inspection. In this session, our presenter will provide invaluable insights into preparing for a Life Safety Code survey and fostering positive interactions with surveyors. He will cover essential best practices aimed at ensuring compliance with the inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) requirements outlined in the Life Safety and Healthcare Facility Codes. Through real-life examples and survey scenarios, he will illustrate how these codes are applied in practice, highlight recent code changes, and discuss the increasing ITM requirements that facilities must meet.