ROME, N.Y. — Rome Health announced it will implement the Evolve Express weapons-detection system this summer and designate specific entrances to access the facility as part of its commitment to creating a safe environment. The introduction of this new technology will coincide with the opening of Rome Health’s new main entrance, intensive care unit, and […]
ROME, N.Y. — Rome Health announced it will implement the Evolve Express weapons-detection system this summer and designate specific entrances to access the facility as part of its commitment to creating a safe environment.
The introduction of this new technology will coincide with the opening of Rome Health’s new main entrance, intensive care unit, and Kaplan Center for Surgical Services this summer.
The initiative also comes at a time when health-care organizations across the U.S. are responding to a rise in workplace violence and security concerns within medical settings, Rome Health stated. Carrying weapons is not permitted on any Rome Health campus.
“We are taking a significant step forward to safeguarding our healthcare environment,” AnnMarie Czyz, president and CEO of Rome Health, said in the announcement. “The safety of our patents, staff, and community is our highest priority, and the implementation of this system allows us to proactively protect everyone who comes through our doors without compromising the warmth and efficiency of their experience.”
The Evolve Express system, capable of screening up to 4,000 people per hour, will be placed at entrances open 24 hours a day, including the main entrance on James Street and the emergency department entrance. It detects potential threats without requiring individuals to stop, empty their pockets, or remove personal belongings, according to Rome Health.
Patients and visitors will used designated entrances to enter the building including the emergency department entrance, the medical center entrance on Oak Street, the pharmacy entrance, and the main entrance.
The system will support a steady flow of foot traffic, ensuring that hospital access remains convenient and uninterrupted, Rome Health contended. It is powered by AI and sensor-fusion technology, making it safe for individuals with medical devices.
Rome Health will also expand its security team as part of the initiative with personnel stationed at entry points to monitor the system and respond quickly to any alerts.
These security enhancements reflect our broader vision to continuously enhance the quality of care and safety we offer,” Czyz said. “It’s part of our long-term strategy to provide a secure, welcoming, healing environment for those we serve.”
