Central Vermont Medical Center adds new screening, bag policy
NBC5
This week, Central Vermont Medical Center announced plans to add new security measures, including metal detectors at its emergency department entrance.
Hospital leaders said the security upgrades are being implemented to address ongoing safety concerns and a nationwide increase in violence against health care workers. Everyone entering the hospital through the emergency department, including employees, is now required to pass through a metal detector. Patients will be prioritized to avoid delays for anyone experiencing a medical emergency.
Personal bags, like purses and backpacks, are no longer allowed through the emergency department security screening.
Anyone entering the emergency department will be asked to leave bags in their vehicles, or somewhere else offsite. Property that a patient or visitor wishes to keep with them can be placed in a clear plastic bag, which will be available in the entrance area.