At HCA Healthcare, Kat Kemper, Director of Physical Security, has built the enterprise security program from the ground up, developing and implementing physical security measures to support patient care, privacy and overall security goals.
Security risks to medical supplies, along with asset-tracking and other physical security systems can be safeguarded with a three-tiered security-by-design strategy.
Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa. received the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Program of Distinction designation.
De-escalation is a key frontline security strategy in a range of situations, from hospitals to retail settings to office environments. Many sectors, such as travel and airlines, healthcare facilities, retail and more, have seen an increase in agitated behavior or violent incidents in recent years, some spawned from tensions rising regarding mask mandates and COVID-19 protocols. Here, we take a look at de-escalation strategies and training that security leaders can implement within their organizations to keep security, staff and visitors safe.
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MarinHealth Medical Center in Northern California installs an intercom system throughout its $535 million expanded facility for added safety, security and emergency communications.
The pandemic has magnified an already fragile psyche among some Americans, whose tendency for violence occurs, incredibly, at the smallest slight. It is likely our nation’s enduring illness of resorting to violence remains with its appending deadly toll even once the health risks from COVID-19 decline.
Beebe Healthcare system in southern Delaware partnered with the Delaware National Guard and other agencies to simulate two emergency drills as part of its preparedness planning.
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