CHPA Review Session (Pre-qualification required)

8/20/2020 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Approved CHPA candidates are encouraged to attend this voluntary review session for the CHPA exam. This session is intended for individuals who have already been preparing for the exam for several months and want to participate in one last refresher course and discussion before the test. The session may also be helpful for individuals who are starting the process of studying for the CHPA exam and plan to take the exam later in the year.

 

9:00 am - 12:00 pm PST

10:00 am - 1:00 pm MST

11:00 am - 2:00 pm CST

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Basic Elements of Healthcare Security Management Preconference Program

8/31/2020 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Presenter: Tony W. York, CHPA, CPP

 

This workshop is specifically designed for the relatively new security manager, supervisor, or facilities manager who has responsibility in the security arena. This is a nuts and bolts program that
includes a syllabus and extensive workbook containing a wide array of sample security policies, procedures, forms, tools, and training materials, which can be readily adapted to individual programs.

Healthcare Emergency Management Basics for the Security Professional Preconference Program

8/31/2020 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Presenter: Christopher Sonne, CHEC, Senior Director of Emergency Management at HSS, Inc.

Learn the fundamentals of Healthcare Emergency Management, led by instructor Christopher Sonne, CHEC, Senior Director of Emergency Management at HSS, Inc. Healthcare security professionals play a significant role in terms of mitigating, preparing, responding, and recovering from the emergencies that threaten the healthcare organization. This session is designed for the healthcare security manager or someone looking to transition into a healthcare security leadership role and covers the fundamentals and unique considerations of healthcare emergency management.

Workplace Violence in Healthcare: A summary of critical research findings impacting security programs over the last 15 years

9/1/2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Presenter: James Blando, Ph.D. - Associate Professor, Old Dominion University

For the last 15 years, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and various other organizations have funded research on the topic of workplace violence in healthcare. The author will present a summary of the multiple studies that they have been involved in over the last 15 years and what they have learned from these studies, including how community crime relates to violence in hospitals, innovative strategies employed by various security programs, and challenges with various policy issues.

Charting the Complex Course of the Behavioral Health Patient Experience

9/1/2020 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presenters: Myron Love, CHPA, CPP, PSP, PCI 
                     Lisa Terry, CHPA, CPP - Vice President, Healthcare, Allied Universal Security Services

Mental disorders are common in the US, with approximately one in five adults experiencing mental illness in a given year. The impact of this is glaring within the healthcare security arena. Unfortunately, many of us remain less than prepared to respond to the violence which seems to accompany the phenomenon.

Body Cameras in Healthcare - Another Look

9/2/2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Presenters:  Martin Williams, CPP, CHPA - Security Director, Northwestern Medicine West Region
                      Ralph Cummings, PCI, CFA - Security Director, Sovah Health

This presentation re-visits Body Cameras in Healthcare; along with an updated look at legal and HIPAA concerns to educate your C-Suite. We also take a look at the steps a large hospital system took to deploy Body Cameras to their security staff and the obstacles they had to overcome.

IAHSS Annual General Meeting of Members

9/2/2020 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Learn about IAHSS’ exciting new initiatives as well as accomplishments over the last year. Hear from IAHSS leaders regarding strategic priorities for the future.

Behavioral Health Patients in 2020: Ensuring Patient and Employee Safety in Non-Behavioral Health Environments

9/3/2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Presenter: Brendan Riley, MS, CHPA - Manager of Security and Emergency Management, Lowell General Hospital / Circle Health

Expanding beyond security measures, environmental controls, and policies and procedures as the methods for managing and preventing risk; this presentation will focus on developing the safest and most effective staff mindset, as well as strategies for positive communication, collaboration amongst healthcare workers, and successful patient-centered interventions.

University of Utah Health Sciences and Clinics Security Division Transformation

9/3/2020 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presenters:  Dustin Banks - Director of Support Services, University of Utah Health
                     Glenn Smith - Hospital Security Operations Manager, University of Utah Department of Public Safety

Over the past two years the University of Utah Health Sciences and Clinics have invested heavily in security. Over the past 3 years we have increased our staffing numbers from 36 officers to 74 employees – which includes support personnel. As the title states, we have invested heavily in system improvements and building relationships. Sharing our story of transformation will be beneficial to other organizations who are looking for assistance in culture change.