Research and Publications Library

The Impact of Body-Worn Cameras in Hospitals: An In-Depth Study

iahssf_admin_das2024-06-20T12:54:43-04:00May 30th, 2024|

This study drew participants from hospital security teams in hospitals where security officers use body-worn cameras (BWCs) and from hospitals that have not implemented BWCs for their security officers. The goal of the research was to measure the impact of BWCs in hospital settings regarding safety, number of incidents, and attitudes toward the use of BWCs, both from those who use BWCs and those who do not.

Body-Worn Cameras in Healthcare

iahssf_admin_das2024-06-20T12:56:24-04:00January 1st, 2024|

A body worn camera (BWC) is a wearable audio, video, and/or photographic recording system. It is typically comprised of a camera, microphone and rechargeable battery, with data storage capabilities.

2023 Healthcare Crime Survey

iahssf_admin_das2023-11-27T11:08:46-05:00November 22nd, 2023|

The 2022 Healthcare Crime Survey was commissioned under the IAHSS Foundation’s Research and Grants Program. The purpose of the Crime Survey is to provide healthcare security professionals with an understanding of the frequency and nature of crime in hospitals.

Effective Controls on Emergency Department Violence

iahssf_admin_das2023-05-16T18:14:38-04:00May 11th, 2023|

This study helps identify effective controls for Emergency Department violence. In addition, it identifies the controls and the prevalence of controls used by hospital EDs.

Policies Regarding Homeless Populations in Hospitals

iahssf_admin_das2024-06-20T12:55:08-04:00March 24th, 2023|

Homelessness is a concern for many people in the United States and around the world. Though estimates vary around the world, as of 2018, over 550,000 individuals experienced homelessness every day.

Mitigating Swatting Events in the Healthcare Sector

iahssf_admin_das2024-06-20T12:56:44-04:00March 24th, 2023|

Swatting can impose a problem of diverting necessary resources to actual emergencies or to intimidate health professionals. Hospitals can suffer consequences as a result of false swatting reports.

Workplace Violence Training and Prevention in Hospital-Based Healthcare: Implications for Nursing and the Interdisciplinary Team in the Hospital

iahssf_admin_das2024-06-20T12:55:54-04:00September 1st, 2022|

The integrative review is designed to determine the effectiveness of implementing workplace violence (WPV) prevention programs in hospital settings.

2022 Healthcare Crime Survey

iahssf_admin_das2023-03-20T11:36:39-04:00May 30th, 2022|

The 2022 Healthcare Crime Survey was commissioned under the IAHSS Foundation’s Research and Grants Program. The purpose of the Crime Survey is to provide healthcare security professionals with an understanding of the frequency and nature of crime in hospitals.

Preventing Patient Abuse: Why Abuse Happens and How to Stop It

iahssf_admin_das2023-03-09T10:41:47-05:00December 2nd, 2020|

Patient abuse can occur in other vulnerable populations including children and people with intellectual disabilities and can even occur among adults under the age of 60.

Patient Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention Strategies in Hospitals

iahssf_admin_das2023-03-09T10:57:46-05:00October 22nd, 2020|

Patient self-harm and suicide rates during inpatient hospital stays have remained a concern for hospitals around the world, although accurate estimates are difficult to determine (Williams, Schmaltz, Castro, & Baker, 2018).

Human Trafficking Victim Identification and Response Within the United States Healthcare System

iahssf_admin_das2023-03-09T11:59:49-05:00March 25th, 2020|

IAHSS Foundation The International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety - Foundation (IAHSS Foundation) was established to foster and promote the welfare of the public through educational and research and development ...