SPECIALIST IN HEALTHCARE Linen service is a very important and integral part of quality patient care. HSI services only hospitals and other healthcare facilities. HSI operational procedures are specifically designed to meet, or surpass, the standards and criteria recommended by the following organizations: - Joint Commission on Accreditation - South Carolina State Health Department - Environmental Protection Agency - Food and Drug Administration - Center for Disease Control Strict handling procedures for all linen entering and leaving the laundry are enforced to meet infection control and safety requirements.