Healthcare and Hospitals Industry
Importance of Security in Hospitals in Texas and Beyond
Patients, staff, and confidential data must be protected when working in healthcare. To instill trust in your team and patients, you’ll want to ensure your security measures are foolproof and protect the ever-changing group of visitors and patients you have in your building. Hospitals are where patients and employees need to be able to give their 100% focus on health and recovery, so security should be the last thing anyone needs to worry about.
The healthcare industry is fast-paced, and no two days are the same in any building. Therefore, various security solutions should be deployed to protect the team from the unique challenges presented to them. Typical challenges we see within businesses include a lack of employee security training, inadequate network protections, and outdated software. By avoiding these issues, you can work to improve your healthcare security infrastructure.
Whether your office needs an updated system or a complete overhaul,
RBO Technology can help.
Physical Security Measures
One of the first considerations for improving security in any healthcare setting or hospital is reviewing the access control system in place. Badge systems help control who is allowed in and out of every part of the building. Many companies are opting to use biometric access now for their employees, which can help add an extra layer of security to large buildings such as hospitals.
When it comes to your visitors, a visitor management system is also crucial so that you know who is in the building at any one time. This system should now be more advanced than an old-fashioned paper signing-in book and can incorporate modern technology so you have more control over who is coming in and out of the building.
Surveillance Systems
Even if you have security teams working around the clock at your hospital or healthcare business, it’s physically impossible for them to see everyone that’s going on in such a chaotic and fast-paced environment. CCTV placement is essential to monitor the areas they can’t see, and these cameras should have an around-the-clock observation to protect everyone in the building. If needed, your CCTV system can be integrated with access control to allow you to shut off access to areas of the building if you need to catch up with someone or react to an emergency.
Emergency Response Systems
No hospital or healthcare workplace is complete without regularly tested alarm systems. Your building should have fire alarms set up at frequent intervals around the building. Panic buttons and code blue systems can also offer extra protection for everyone in the building. Ensure you are testing all alarms regularly so that they can effectively do the job they are intended for.
Why RBO Technology?
Safety and security are paramount in many circumstances, especially in the healthcare and hospital industries. Luckily, RBO Technology is here to help with our state-of-the-art security systems, which specialize in surveillance and emergency response. Based in Central Texas and with over 50 years of combined experience, RBO Technology has worked hard to provide healthcare facilities with the proper security tools and solutions.
Integrating New Technologies
Smart sensors and devices are ideal for use in healthcare settings. Especially when working with patients with limited mobility and communication, we only expect to see more buildings equipped with these devices in the future. Our team will be here to work with you to identify any potential vulnerabilities and form mitigation strategies that will support you with your business goals. Protecting patients and employees 24/7, 365 days a year, is no easy feat, but our team can help you choose electronic solutions and new technologies to make this task easier.
We’re here to help you create a security plan for your hospital or healthcare facility. Our team can support you with a full range of security systems that will allow you to monitor your buildings and keep everyone inside safe. We’ll support you from the design to the implementation of this project, offering you 24/7 protection to help your business remain a trusted part of your local community for years to come.