Citation

Lightfoot S. J. Healthc. Prot. Manage. 1998; 14(2): 32-44.

Affiliation

McFaul and Lyons Group, Trenton, NJ, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1998, International Association for Hospital Security and and Safety -- Rusting Publications)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10182058

Abstract

With hostage situations and workplace violence on the rise in healthcare facilities, healthcare administrators and security professionals must work towards combating and defending against these acts. The author discusses these hostage situations, their causes, contributing factors, locations where they occur, and strategies to prevent hostage and other violent situations. He provides guidelines on establishing a hostage plan and tips on surviving a hostage situation.

Language: en