Safety
Building Disaster Resilience Through Collaboration
The ability to respond quickly and recover effectively depends on the strength of an organization’s external bonds.
4/17/2025
Healthcare Union Petitions for Increased Staff Safety at HCA Florida Hospitals
The petition follows a recent nurse assault and 160 calls to law enforcement this year at one hospital alone.
4/16/2025
How Healthcare Facilities Can Be Truly Disaster-Resilient
Real resilience looks different than what’s written down in plans
4/10/2025
Rumored Terror Threat to Hospitals Prompts FBI Warning
Despite no threat, healthcare facilities are urged to review emergency preparedness protocols.
4/2/2025
States Move Forward to Better Protect Senior Citizens
Senior citizens are among the most vulnerable population and require a certain level of care. States are trying to protect them.
4/1/2025
Enhancing Safety at Hennepin Healthcare with a Screening System
Case study: The system was able to detect 2,500 risk items in less than five months.
3/28/2025
Healthcare Workers Outside Butler Memorial Hospital for Increased Workplace Safety
The picketing comes as the nurses and other healthcare staff experience increasing incidents of workplace violence.
3/27/2025
Creating an Emergency Preparedness Plan with NFPA 99
Digital tools and codebooks can relay pertinent information faster to facility professionals.
3/5/2025
One Dead, Four Injured After Hostage Situation at UPMC Memorial Hospital
The alleged suspect was killed in a shootout with police.
2/26/2025
Two Emergency Department Staff Attacked at Provident Hospital of Cook County
The suspect approached one staff member, stabbed him in the chest with a sharp object, and injured another staff member.
2/19/2025
Healthcare Crime and Violent Incidents by the Numbers
A closer look reveals key data on criminal and violent incidents in healthcare.
2/14/2025
3 Employees Injured by Patient at Halifax Infirmary's Emergency Department
Police contained the threat and took the patient into custody.
1/31/2025
Los Angeles County Healthcare Facilities Battle Wildfires
Certain key facilities have burned down or narrowly escaped evacuations.
1/17/2025
Deadly Patient Assault Breaks Out at Fulton State Hospital
The suspect was charged with first degree murder and fourth degree assault in connection to the death of another patient after an alleged assault.
1/15/2025
On-Demand Training to Meet Managers' Evolving Needs
Digital training options offer benefits that include increased flexibility and expanded access to critical information.
1/8/2025
Milwaukee Man Imprisoned for Stabbing Hospital Security Guard
The man was sentenced to five years in prison and six years of extended supervision.
12/27/2024
Fire Breaks Out at Chino Valley Medical Center, Prompting Evacuations
The fire was contained and extinguished without any injuries to occupants or firefighters.
12/12/2024
Allina Health Facing Fines Over Incidents of Workplace Violence
Nurses report escalating violence, with injuries including concussions and physical assaults.
12/11/2024
Western Washington Healthcare Facilities Recover from 'Bomb Cyclone'
Backup power and advanced prep are critical to weathering winter storms.
11/27/2024
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
Study Clarifies Prevalence of Workplace Violence
75.2 percent of workplace violence events were managed with verbal de-escalation as the only intervention.
4/29/2024
