HEALTHCARE SECURITY AND SAFETY WEEK

HEALTHCARE SECURITY AND SAFETY WEEK

Healthcare Security and Safety Week take time to honor the dedicated professions who secure the facilities we rely upon for our healthcare needs. It takes place annually during the second full week in October.

#HealthcareSecuritySafetyWeek

Healthcare security and safety take a variety of forms. From the physical safety of patients and personnel in hospitals and clinics to the cybersecurity of the records and medication. Facilities face threats of various levels on a daily basis. Their security and safety network follow set guidelines and protocols to resolve matters at every level. Whether the concerns involve violence, patient safety, emergency management or infection control, personnel have been trained at every level.

The week focuses on the efforts and dedication of the security and safety personnel to maintain policies and training for every facility. Whether the staff operates in a small facility or clinic or a large metropolitan facility, each requires the commitment to stay ahead of changing times.

SUPPORT HEALTHCARE SECURITY AND SAFETY WEEK

Recognize the security and safety personnel in your facility. Thank them for the work they do. While you're at it, make sure you are current on all your training and following protocol. They're there for a reason. Hold an event for those who keep your facility safe. Honor those who've gone above and beyond.

And don't forget, give a shout out using #HealthcareSecuritySafetyWeek on social media.

HOW TO OBSERVE

The International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety promotes this observance each year to recognize the necessity of protecting the safety of healthcare.