Hospital/Healthcare Facility Security Checklist
This hospital and healthcare facility security checklist ensures compliance with The Joint Commission Environment of Care (EC.01.01.01) and Life Safety (LS) standards, OSHA 3148 healthcare workplace violence prevention guidelines, CMS Conditions of Participation (42 CFR Part 482), and IAHSS professional guidelines. Designed for hospital security officers and directors to maintain patient, staff, and visitor safety each shift.
- Industry: Security Services
- Frequency: Per Shift
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Hospital Security Officer / Director of Security
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: The Joint Commission EC.01.01.01 Environment of Care, The Joint Commission LS.02.01.20 Life Safety, OSHA 3148-06R Healthcare Workplace Violence, CMS Conditions of Participation 42 CFR Part 482, IAHSS Healthcare Security Professional Guidelines
Access Control
Visitor management and access restriction per CMS CoP.
- Visitor management process being followed?
- Secured areas (ICU, NICU, pharmacy, OR) access restricted?
- After-hours access controls active?
- Infant/pediatric abduction prevention systems active?
- All staff wearing visible identification badges?
Workplace Violence Prevention
Healthcare workplace violence prevention per OSHA 3148.
- Behavioral threat flags reviewed with charge nurse?
- Staff panic/duress alarms tested and functional?
- Code White/behavioral emergency procedures current?
- Any workplace violence incidents reported this shift?
- ED weapons screening operational (if applicable)?
Pharmaceutical and Asset Security
Controlled substance and high-value asset protection.
- Pharmacy and medication storage areas secured?
- High-value medical equipment secured and inventoried?
- Any property theft incidents reported?
- Patient valuables secured per facility policy?
- Lost and found log current?
Environment of Care (Joint Commission)
Physical environment safety per Joint Commission EC standards.
- All fire exits clear and unobstructed?
- Hazardous materials areas secured and signed?
- Any suspicious persons or packages reported?
- Parking lot security patrol completed?
- Security-related maintenance issues identified and reported?
Security Rounds
Facility patrol coverage documentation.
- All assigned areas patrolled per post orders?
- Wandering/elopement risk patients checked?
- Stairwells and utility areas checked?
- Exterior perimeter check completed?
- Security rounds tour wand/electronic system logged?
Incident Documentation and Handoff
Shift documentation, reporting, and communication.
- All incidents documented in security incident system?
- Law enforcement coordination documented (if applicable)?
- Verbal briefing given to incoming shift officer?
- Supervisor notified of all significant incidents?
- Shift Summary Notes
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Why Use This Hospital/Healthcare Facility Security Checklist?
This hospital/healthcare facility security checklist helps security services teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for hospital security officer / director of security professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per shift.
Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission EC.01.01.01 Environment of Care, The Joint Commission LS.02.01.20 Life Safety, OSHA 3148-06R Healthcare Workplace Violence, CMS Conditions of Participation 42 CFR Part 482, IAHSS Healthcare Security Professional Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hospital/Healthcare Facility Security Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Access Control, Workplace Violence Prevention, Pharmaceutical and Asset Security, Environment of Care (Joint Commission), Security Rounds, Incident Documentation and Handoff. It is designed for security services operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per shift. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Hospital/Healthcare Facility Security Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Hospital Security Officer / Director of Security professionals in the security services industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.