Security’s purpose in a modern hospital is to protect people while preserving dignity, calm, and clinical flow. That starts at the front door. A welcoming, consistent check-in sets expectations, ...
Here’s a roundup of some of the workplace violence incidents that have happened at U.S. hospitals this month. In Oregon, an agitated man pointed a gun at a Salem Hospital security officer on August 11 ...
Despite the high stakes, many healthcare facilities still rely on outdated security systems that fail to address today’s threats. The result? Rising incidents of violence, theft, and operational ...
The gunman arrived at UPMC Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania carrying a bag with a handgun and zip ties, authorities said. He went straight to the Intensive Care Unit, where he held staff members ...
All aspects of the global healthcare industry have been impacted by the pandemic and the digital transformation it accelerated; creating not only hospital security challenges but also, as noted in ...
California recently proposed to mandate automated weapon detection devices at hospital checkpoints by 2027. While this might seem like a local initiative, the challenges it addresses—rising violence ...
Six of Ireland's biggest hospitals spent over €42m on security in the last two years amid growing concern over antisocial behaviour and violence ...
WellSpan Health provided an update on additional security at its facilities following a shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County.Video above: Son of nurse held hostage at hospital describes ...
Maintaining a safe and secure environment is paramount in healthcare facilities where providers have a responsibility to protect patients and visitors from significant physical threats. Hospital ...