Safety
Geisinger Finds Success with Violence Prevention Efforts
Their safety measures included training staff in de-escalation, active-shooter response drills and equipping 6,000 employees with duress notification badges.
11/20/2024
AHA and FBI Partner to Mitigate Targeted Violence in Healthcare
Both organizations are creating new resources for addressing the escalating threat of targeted violence.
11/6/2024
Shots Fired Inside Kentucky Hospital
A police officer shot the alleged gunman once, hitting him.
10/30/2024
Barrier Management: Strategies and Tactics
To ensure the compliance and performance of barriers in their facilities, managers need to take ownership of their rated barriers.
10/28/2024
How Healthcare Facilities Can Prepare for All Types of Emergencies
With myriad emergencies being faced daily, healthcare facilities can prepare themselves ahead of time with training and planning.
10/25/2024
New Technologies for Patient Safety
Integrating digital systems can pave the way to improve inventory management and security.
10/21/2024
Riot Breaks Out at Riverview Behavioral Health in Arkansas
Three adolescent male patients were taken into police custody for allegedly inciting the riot.
10/16/2024
Design Choices to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls
It is possible to create aesthetically pleasing spaces with hazards in mind.
10/15/2024
Nearby Explosion Damages Avera St. Anthony's Hospital in Nebraska
No major injuries to patients or employees were reported.
10/10/2024
Disorderly Patient with Drugs Arrested at Brandon Regional Health Centre
The patient was found to be in possession of 7.5 ounces of cocaine.
10/9/2024
Hurricane Helene Forces Unicoi County Hospital to Evacuate
A helicopter was called in alongside the Tennessee National Guard to help complete the evacuation.
10/2/2024
Nursing Home Residents Evacuated as Hurricane Helene Hits
At least 26 nursing homes and 43 assisted living facilities have evacuated the area.
10/1/2024
Addressing Workplace Violence in Healthcare with Reporting Systems
Reporting systems allow staff to document violent incidents and individuals.
9/25/2024
Power When It Counts: Emergency Power Strategies
Facility managers and technicians face myriad challenges in ensuring reliable emergency power for healthcare facilities.
9/23/2024
Effective Patient Safety Practices in Hospital Renovations
Before a renovation project can begin, designers need to consider the risks of having patients in house.
9/17/2024
Violence Against Staff Rises at Washington Children's Behavioral Health Hospital
The increase in staff assaults in early 2024 is more than double compared to 2023.
9/4/2024
Facility Management: First Line of Defense in Healthcare Facilities
Healthcare facility managers are cornerstones of emergency preparedness because they provide a foundation for a safe, effective response to crises.
8/12/2024
Environmental Rounds: A New Approach
Managers and others involved in environment of care safety tend to rely on outdated or ineffective inspection processes that result in repeated requests for improvement.
8/7/2024
Strategies and Tactics to Target Ligature Risks
Patient suicide and self-harm both rank among The Joint Commission’s top 10 sentinel events.
7/29/2024
Nursing Home Owner Faces No Jailtime After Hurricane Mishandling
The owner of seven nursing homes sent his occupants to a poorly equipped warehouse during Hurricane Ida.
7/26/2024
Patient Chokes Out Roommate at Norristown State Hospital
The incident stemmed from a dispute over the roommate throwing the patient’s books.
7/18/2024
97 Senior Care Facilities in Southeast Texas Lose Power After Hurricane
The power outages have created concerns for seniors’ health during the summer heat.
7/17/2024
Workplace Violence: Report Confirms Growing Concerns
‘One in five healthcare workers feel unsafe at work.’
7/10/2024
The Role of Doors in Emergency Preparedness
Door manufacturers discuss features that are a help in emergency scenarios.
7/5/2024
Man Assaults Security Guard, Threatens Staff at Pennsylvania Hospital
The man had been taken to the hospital to be evaluated for a head injury.
7/3/2024
Tarzana Medical Center's New Patient Tower Outfitted with Rockfon Solutions
The Friese Family Tower is the centerpiece of an extensive and ongoing hospital expansion and modernization initiative known as Tarzana Reimagined.
6/21/2024
First Cybersecurity Certification Developed for Healthcare Facilities
More healthcare facilities are falling victim to cyberattacks.
6/4/2024
Two Seniors Die in Hospital Murder-Suicide
The husband and wife found dead were both in their 70s.
5/29/2024
Safety Initiatives Sees Drop in Workplace Violence
Workplace violence has dropped after employee reports of feeling unsafe at work.
5/21/2024
The Workplace Violence-Staffing Connection
As increased workplace violence meets staff shortages, improvements to training programs can help address the challenges.
5/6/2024
