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10/16/2026

It's National Healthcare Security and Safety Week. The theme for Healthcare Security and Safety Week 2026 is "Securing the Mission of Quality Care" International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS)

A Hospital System is Essential for Facility Security. These environments are unique due to their open-campus feel and the necessity to balance accessibility with the protection of patients, staff, and visitors. https://thresholdsecurity.com/why-visitor-management-is-essential-for-healthcare-facilities/

A hospital visitor management system helps keep an open-campus feel with knowing who is in the building. Visitor management is a crucial aspect of maintaining security for hospitals.

10/15/2026

It's National Healthcare Security and Safety Week. The theme for Healthcare Security and Safety Week 2026 is "Securing the Mission of Quality Care" International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS)

Who is Responsible for Safety and Security in Hospitals? In a hospital environment, safety and security are shared responsibilities that involve multiple stakeholders. These include the security department, healthcare workers, contractors, vendors, patients, and visitors. Each plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of everyone within the facility. Learn more in this 3 min read. https://thresholdsecurity.com/who-is-responsible-for-safety-and-security-in-hospitals/

10/14/2026

Hospitals never close, and neither does healthcare security.

Through nights, holidays, and emergencies, security and safety teams stand watch so staff can work with confidence and deliver quality care to patients.

This International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Healthcare Security and Safety Week, take a moment to thank the security professionals at your facility. A simple "thank you" goes a long way.

10/13/2026

In a single shift, a healthcare security officer might calm a frightened family in the ED, es**rt a nurse to her car, help a visitor find a patient, and de-escalate a tense situation before anyone gets hurt. It takes empathy, judgment, and professionalism, often in people's hardest moments.

This International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Healthcare Security and Safety Week, we recognize the healthcare officers who keep hospitals safe and welcoming for all.

10/08/2026

What Visitor Information do I Need to Collect at My Office Building? As Security Directors consider what types of information their organization needs to know, there may be additional information they want to know. But those wants should be weighed against how sensitive the visitor data is and the time it takes to process visitors. Learn more in this 3-min read.

The visitor's name, arrival time, & a photo are just some of the pieces of information that should be collected by an office's visitor management system. Learn more in this 2-minute read.

10/06/2026

Is Kiosk right for your hospital? The Pros and Cons of a Kiosk System. Kiosk-based visitor management systems are growing in popularity across healthcare settings. But like any security tool, they come with trade-offs that every facility should understand before making the investment. Learn more in this 4 min read. https://thresholdsecurity.com/is-kiosk-right-for-your-hospital-the-pros-and-cons-of-a-kiosk-visitor-management-system/

09/28/2026

9 Mistakes That Put Your Facility at Risk … And How to Fix Them. Visitor management often gets treated as a front-desk formality, simply a clipboard, a sign-in sheet, a quick nod from the attendant. But it’s actually one of the most important safety and liability functions a facility has. Learn more in this 3-min read.

A single weak point in how you handle visitors can open the door to real risk. The most common visitor management mistakes are also the most fixable. Here are the ones we see most often, and what to do instead.

09/14/2026

Keeping Schools Safe: 6 Reasons Why Systems Matter. Schools face the challenge of balancing a welcoming environment with the need for strong security measures. One important part of an overall security plan is an effective Visitor Management System. Learn more in this 3-min read.

Today’s schools face the challenge of balancing a welcoming environment with the need for strong security. One important part of an overall security plan is an effective Visitor Management System (VMS).

09/10/2026

8 Elements for Creating a Secure and Efficient Hospital Policy. Every hospital should have a written policy outlining visitor rules and expectations. This ensures that patients and visitors know in advance what is required while in the hospital, streamlines visitor traffic, and minimizes disruptions.

Every hospital should have a written Visitor Management Policy outlining visitor rules and expectations. Here are some points to consider.

08/31/2026

Adhesive vs. Non-Adhesive Name Badges for Visitors: Which Is Right for Your Facility? For many organizations, adhesive name badges are a convenient and effective option. But sometimes, the sticky side of adhesive can show up in the wrong places — on lockers, desks, or even car windows or walls in parking garages. Learn more in this 2-min read.

Adhesive security name badges are easy to use but can leave sticky residue. Explore a cleaner alternative for visitor name tags for workplaces with non-adhesive badges.