Achieving a Fully Functional Alarm System

In order to achieve a fully functional staff attack alarm in a secure hospital or A&E ward, staff alarm systems would center on infra-red detectors as the primary sensors. This would be installed in the ceilings of all areas considered to be high risk, such as anywhere patients come into contact with the facility. After that, the infra-red detectors are reconnected to a controller, which maintains a constant vigilance for IR light.

The staff members all have their own personal fobs, which, depending on the needs of the location, can be programmed to identify the user or not. If a member of the staff is assaulted or feels like they are being threatened, they are instructed to activate the fob. This would result in an explosion of invisible infra-red light throughout the area. This light is picked up by all of the receivers that are within range, and depending on the programming, an alarm will go off indicating the location of the member of staff who needs assistance.

How it Works

Even though a full infrared-based Staff Call System might not be required in more intimate settings like schools, interview rooms, and doctor's offices, employees still need to be protected. We are able to provide these with a "Big Red Button" style of panic alarm, which, when activated, transmits a signal to a central point, such as the reception area, enabling staff members to organize responders and take appropriate action.

Personal pendants are mobile, so they are not useful for location purposes; however, they may be more suitable for other applications. These pendants can be worn around the neck. Any staff alarm systems must be completely reliable in order for your staff to have complete trust in the protection you provide. Guardian employs a combination of advanced Infrared and Radio Technology to ensure that your member of staff's call is received regardless of whether they are inside the building or outside in a car park, courtyard, or garden.

Conclusion

The system includes a "call follower" feature for added reliability. After making an attack call, the Staff Call System device will continue to transmit "attack" signals, which are picked up by the nearest internal or external receiver unit. If the incident moves to another part of the building, the system will track the location and display it on the display, ensuring that help is directed to the correct location.