Hospitals and healthcare centers are critical areas with high foot traffic, accessible to everyone. To provide uninterrupted and secure healthcare services, not only the medical infrastructure but also the security systems must be strong. The increasing cases of violence against healthcare workers have made security measures even more crucial.
Hospitals house high-risk areas such as emergency departments, intensive care units, operating rooms, laboratories, and radiation-related sections. Uncontrolled entry and exit in these areas can pose serious risks both in terms of security and patient privacy. Therefore, security solutions implemented in healthcare facilities should be approached with a comprehensive system that covers both employees and patients.
- Security and Control Systems for Hospital Staff
Healthcare workers are professionals who are on duty 24/7 and carry significant responsibility for the health of patients. Therefore, it is extremely important for them to work in a peaceful and secure environment, which directly affects the quality of service. Systems that can be used to track hospital staff, restrict access to areas, and ensure security include:
- Time Attendance Control Systems
Time Attendance Control System software allows the digital tracking of employees’ entry and exit times, shifts, absenteeism, and overtime. This makes human resources management easier and ensures the continuity of order within the hospital. - Mobile Time Attendance Control System Application
With mobile Time Attendance Control System applications, staff working in the field or at different locations can make location-based entry and exit. This adapts to flexible work systems and facilitates supervision. - Facial Recognition and Fingerprint Reader Systems
Biometric access systems authenticate personnel based on their physical features, allowing only authorized individuals to enter specific areas. These systems provide maximum security in sensitive areas such as intensive care units, operating rooms, and medicine storage rooms. - Turnstile Systems
Turnstiles ensure that entry and exit within the building are controlled. Turnstiles integrated with biometric systems record personnel passes and prevent unauthorized access. They also help regulate internal human traffic. - Radiation Area Access Restriction
Access to areas with radiation risks, such as radiology and nuclear medicine, should be restricted to authorized personnel only. With facial recognition or fingerprint reader systems, only authorized personnel can enter these areas, thus protecting both security and staff health. - Elevator Floor Authorization
In multi-story healthcare facilities, integrating floor authorization systems into elevators can ensure that each staff member has access to their designated floor, limiting access to other areas. This ensures both security and prevents unnecessary movement between areas. - Security Guard Patrol Control System
The hospital garden, parking lots, and outdoor areas are also important for security. With the guard patrol control system, it is possible to monitor whether security personnel are patrolling the designated routes on time. Thus, security in outdoor areas is continuously ensured both day and night. - Barrier and Roadblocker Systems
In cases where only authorized vehicles should be allowed in hospital parking lots or vehicle entry/exit points, barrier systems can be used. In higher-security areas, roadblocker systems are preferred. These systems can be integrated with license plate recognition or card-based access technologies to ensure controlled vehicle passage.
- Security Systems for Patients and Visitors
Hospitals are areas where patients and visitors are frequently received throughout the day. This high volume can bring several security risks. To ensure the safety of patients and their relatives, integrating the following systems is crucial:
- X-Ray Baggage Scanner Devices
X-ray baggage scanners are used to control the security of bags, suitcases, and other belongings brought by visitors. These devices detect sharp, piercing, or flammable items inside bags, preventing security violations. - Walk-Through Metal Detectors
Walk-through metal detectors scan individuals for metal objects, detecting potential threats such as weapons, knives, and other dangerous items. These systems provide quick and effective screening at entrances with high sensitivity. - Handheld Metal Detectors
Handheld detectors are used for detailed screening when suspicion arises from door-type metal detectors or X-ray baggage scanners. They are preferred for one-on-one security checks, especially during busy hours. - Turnstile Systems
Turnstiles ensure that visitors can enter in a controlled manner. Managed by security personnel or integrated with card-based systems, these turnstiles prevent unauthorized individuals from entering and help support interior security. Additionally, visitor density can be monitored through person counting. - Weapon/Knife Detectors
One of the next-generation security systems, weapon and knife detectors, do not only detect metal; they are programmed to detect objects that could be dangerous. These devices can detect all objects, including small metals like a needle tip. However, the system only triggers warnings for dangerous items, avoiding unnecessary alarms for harmless objects such as keys or coins. This feature ensures fast and accurate security checks.
Conclusion
Security systems implemented in hospitals and healthcare centers not only provide physical security but also create a peaceful working environment and a safe atmosphere for patients receiving services. Protecting both personnel and patients is a fundamental requirement for the sustainability of healthcare services.
At Polimek Elektronik, we provide security systems tailored to the needs of the healthcare sector, including Time Attendande Control System Software, biometric access systems, X-ray scanners and detector solutions, turnstile systems, and barrier and roadblocker applications.
Feel free to contact us to create the most suitable security infrastructure for your hospital or healthcare facility.
