Install cameras, train staff on howto tackle threats: Centre to hospitals
7 months, 1 week ago

Install cameras, train staff on howto tackle threats: Centre to hospitals

Hindustan Times  

From installing CCTVs on campus to setting up control rooms to monitor activities in real time, the Union health ministry has suggested 12 measures to address security concerns in hospitals and medical institutions across the country. Install cameras, train staff on howto tackle threats: Centre to hospitals In a letter written to hospitals on Tuesday, the health ministry said that government hospitals are more permeable to public compared to private facilities, making it easier for unauthorized individuals to enter freely. The ministry directed that hospitals install sufficient number of high-resolution CCTV cameras on campus at strategic locations like entrances, exits, corridors, dark spots and sensitive areas, and set-up control rooms to monitor activities on a real-time basis. The ministry also asked hospitals to make appropriate arrangements to ensure that all visitors are screened by employing adequate number of well-trained security guards for proper monitoring, patrolling, and surveillance of the premises.

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Health department instructed to put in place safety and security measures in all government hospitals
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Health department instructed to put in place safety and security measures in all government hospitals

The Hindu  

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Most govt. hospitals in Kerala yet to put in place security measures, reveals RTI query
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Most govt. hospitals in Kerala yet to put in place security measures, reveals RTI query

The Hindu  

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Police outposts to come up at all teaching hospitals in Telangana: Health Minister
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The Hindu  

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Uttar Pradesh government instructs hospitals to issue identity cards to attendants for night stays
7 months ago

Uttar Pradesh government instructs hospitals to issue identity cards to attendants for night stays

The Hindu  

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Live Mint  

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BJMC, Sassoon tighten security after Kolkata Incident

Hindustan Times  

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Delhi govt directs all its hospitals to ensure CCTV cameras are functional at all times
1 year ago

Delhi govt directs all its hospitals to ensure CCTV cameras are functional at all times

Deccan Chronicle  

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