OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health says it has installed the Ceia OpenGate weapons-detection system at the Oswego Hospital emergency department. The system started operating May 27, and Oswego Health contends in an announcement that it isa “significant step forward in enhancing hospital safety.” The technology is designed to efficiently screen people — along with their […]
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health says it has installed the Ceia OpenGate weapons-detection system at the Oswego Hospital emergency department.
The system started operating May 27, and Oswego Health contends in an announcement that it isa “significant step forward in enhancing hospital safety.”
The technology is designed to efficiently screen people — along with their backpacks, purses, and bags — for various metal threats, including high-caliber assault weapons.
The security investment was made possible through a $175,000 grant previously secured by former New York State Senator John Mannion, who is now a representative for the 22nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
The Ceia OpenGate system provides a “seamless and non-invasive screening experience, enabling high throughput and minimal disruption” during emergency room entry. Its advanced-detection capabilities enhance Oswego Health’s commitment to providing a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, the organization said.
“The safety of our patients, visitors, and staff is a top priority at Oswego Health,” Mike Backus, president & CEO of Oswego Health, said in the announcement. “This new weapons-detection system reflects our continued investment in modern technology and proactive security measures. It’s not just about screening — it’s about sending a message that we care deeply about the well-being of everyone who walks through our doors.”
In addition to the newly implemented weapons detection system, Oswego Hospital says it also maintains a security presence, with trained security personnel stationed throughout the facility.
