Siege highlights security at women's healthcare clinics

Officers in the command center were able to tap into security cameras throughout the complex


As the armed police officers entered the Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs to apprehend the gunman and rescue those trapped inside, officers in the command center were able to tap into security cameras throughout the complex and give instructions to officers inside, according to an article on The New York Times website.

Officers knew where groups of staff members and patients had taken cover, he said, and were able to judge when it was safe to rescue them.

The camera system is just one of the increasingly elaborate security measures that clinics that perform abortions have adopted. 

The clinic also had a protected “safe room” and a supply of bulletproof vests.

Read the article.

 

 



December 7, 2015


Topic Area: Industry News


Recent Posts

Silent Undercount: HAI Deaths Are Far Higher Than Reported

Several critical factors help explain inaccurate data on deaths from healthcare-associated infections.


Ground Broken on Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital Expansion Project in Ohio

The expansion is expected to be completed in 2029.


Tennessee Oncology Opens New Tullahoma Medical Center

The 33,000-square-foot center brings together medical oncology, radiation oncology and imaging services under one roof.


Rethinking Carpeting's Role in Senior Care Facilities

New research from the Carpet and Rug Institute finds that carpet supports healthier indoor environments.


Parkview Health Breaks Ground on New Hospital in West Lafayette, IN

The hospital is scheduled to open in June 2028.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.