Fortifying Safety through Campus-wide Workplace Security
Enhancing workplace security across campus has become an imperative measure for ensuring the well-being of our staff and safeguarding organisational assets. This is especially true during heightened security periods when proactive security measures and activities are intensified to limit unauthorised access.
Tailgating, Suspicious Persons and Unattended Bag on Campus
It is crucial for staff to understand the significance of identifying and mitigating risks such as tailgating, suspicious individuals, and unattended bags on campus. Each staff plays a pivotal role in ensuring that only authorised staff gain access to specific areas, while remaining vigilant against potential threats posed by suspicious persons or unattended bags.
Unannounced exercise when a suspicious person was tailgating staff to assess staff vigilance and response to unidentified persons who follow them closely into restricted staff areas.
Unidentified bag intentionally placed in our hospital premises to assess staff response towards any individual acting strangely or leaving a bag unattended.
Vehicle Undercarriage Inspections and X-Ray Screening of Mail Parcels
Our Security & Transport, Fire Safety teams undergo specialised training to carry out vehicle undercarriage inspections, aimed to prevent the entry of hazardous items such as explosives onto our premises. They are also equipped to identify and respond to potential threats posed by unmarked parcels, including improvised explosive devices (IEDs). These proactive measures enable us to maintain a heightened state of vigilance, ensuring the safety of all individuals and assets within the hospital premises while effectively mitigating risks.
Use of reflective mirror by security personnel to check undercarriages.
Staff trained to execute X-Ray screening of mail parcels in order to identify illegal items and possible threats when screening mail parcels
Emergency Preparedness Training and Drills
Aside from providing fire warden training for staff, we engage in collaborative efforts with fire safety teams to conduct inspections and fire evacuation drills. These initiatives are designed to enhance staff preparedness for a range of emergency scenarios, ensuring a coordinated response and safeguarding both personnel and assets in the event of a real emergency.
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Fire Warden Training cum CEPP conducted jointly with SCDF (March 2024)
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Unannounced inspection by SCDF (April 2024)
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Fire Drill for Tower A (March 2024)
Fire Evacuation Drill at B10 Ward
Conducting fire drills in hospitals is an important practice that ensures swift, coordinated responses to emergencies, safeguarding both patients and staff amidst potential chaos. In December 2023, a fire evacuation drill was conducted in B10 Ward involving staff from various departments. This successful drill was led by our nursing staff, Security & Transport, Fire Safety team, and SCDF partners, as part of enhancing our preparedness for future emergencies.
Staff role-played as patients in preparation for the fire evacuation drill
(December 2023)
Fire wardens and staff coordinated swiftly in response to the "fire", ensuring that all patients are evacuated in an orderly and efficient manner.
Post-drill review by nursing staff, Security & Transport, Fire Safety team, and SCDF partners to share learnings and area for improvement
By prioritising workplace security measures, our hospital stands ready to mitigate potential security risks . Together, we foster a safer and more secure environment for all stakeholders, ensuring a resilient and thriving community.