Case Study: Protecting a Medical Practice

Challenge:

A large medical practice concerned about the increasing trend of workplace violence in healthcare settings sought a proactive solution to protect their physicians and staff from potential threats.

Solution:

Enhanced Patrol developed and implemented a comprehensive workplace violence prevention program:

Vulnerability Assessment:

Enhanced Patrol conducted a comprehensive vulnerability assessment of the medical practice, identifying potential security risks and areas for improvement.

Background Checks and Threat Monitoring:

Our private investigators implemented a system for conducting background checks on threatening individuals

Training for Staff:

Enhanced Patrol provided training to all staff members on recognizing and responding to potential workplace violence situations, including de-escalation techniques and emergency procedures.

Discreet On-Site Security Presence (as needed):

Based on threat assessments and specific situations, Enhanced Patrol provided discreet plain clothes and armed security agents to protect physicians and staff at their workplace while blending in with other patients and staff.

Result:

The proactive workplace violence prevention program significantly enhanced the safety and security of the medical practice. The training empowered staff to recognize and respond to potential threats, while the background checks and threat monitoring system allowed for early intervention and prevention of potentially violent incidents. The availability of on-site security provided an additional layer of protection when necessary. The practice created a safer and more secure environment for both staff and patients.

These case studies illustrate how Enhanced Patrol provides a comprehensive and adaptable approach to workplace violence prevention in healthcare settings, utilizing a combination of threat assessments, background checks, surveillance, armed security, and training to protect physicians and staff from potential harm. Call us today for a free consultation for your workplace.