Healthcare Security Implementation Checklist

Pre-Implementation Assessment

☐ Conduct a full facility security evaluation
☐ Review Joint Commission Environment of Care (EC) requirements
☐ Identify high-risk areas and vulnerabilities
☐ Document existing security workflows
☐ Identify integration points for new security systems

System Implementation

☐ Weapons Detection

  • Identify primary and secondary entry points for screening

  • Ensure power/network requirements are met

  • Schedule and complete staff training on weapons detection procedures

  • Develop and implement an integration plan with emergency response systems

☐ Access Control

  • Map all critical and restricted areas

  • Define credential access levels for different staff roles

  • Establish emergency override protocols

  • Create a testing schedule to verify access control effectiveness

☐ Video Surveillance

  • Plan and confirm camera placement in critical areas

  • Define storage and retention policies for recorded footage

  • Integrate surveillance systems with security response workflows

  • Establish monitoring and review protocols

Documentation Requirements

☐ Develop system testing and compliance check protocols
☐ Implement a secure training records management system
☐ Define an incident reporting and response documentation process
☐ Prepare necessary compliance documentation for audits

Staff Preparation

☐ Schedule ongoing security training sessions for all personnel
☐ Clearly define emergency response protocols and responsibilities
☐ Distribute and review emergency procedures with staff
☐ Ensure updated contact lists for security and emergency personnel

System Verification

☐ Conduct full-scale system testing
☐ Verify proper integration of security tools
☐ Review and finalize compliance documentation
☐ Confirm completion of required staff training

Next Steps

☐ Schedule routine security assessments and system optimizations
☐ Establish ongoing staff training and compliance refreshers
☐ Maintain updated documentation and compliance reports
☐ Monitor security performance and refine protocols as needed