AS 4485.2:2021 pdf free.Security for healthcare facilities Part 2: Procedures guide.
2.1 Governance
Healthcare facilities should have a centralized governance mechanism in place for coordination and
implementation of the security policy and procedures.
2.2 Security administrator
2.2.1 Formal delegation
The chief executive officer (CEO) should formally delegate a person to he responsible for the management of the security function for that facility (e.g. Security Administrator). Depending on the size and complexity of the facility this person could perform the role in a full or part-time capacity. Ideally, this person should be able to have direct access to the CEO, independent of any normal line management reporting mechanism.
2.2.2 Role and responsibilities
The facility security administrator should—
(a) provide executive management with expert advice on security matters;
(b) identify, assess, manage and monitor security threats, vulnerabilities and consequences to the facility’s workers, property and information;
(c) develop a security risk management plan to address the identified risks outlined in Section 3 and incorporating the requirements of the facility’s security governance mechanism;
(d) implement and manage the security function throughout the facility;
(e) develop and review security measures to control the risks to acceptable levels;
(f) monitor security arrangements to ensure that they are being applied properly and are proving effective;
(g) liaise effectively with other agencies concerned with security matters;
(h) raise the awareness of workers and others about security matters; and
(i) provide advice to planning groups on refurbishment and new construction projects.
NOTE Some jurisdictions may require that a person undertaking this role be licensed.
2.2.3 Policy coordination
The security administrator should establish a mechanism for developing, approving, disseminating and coordinating security policy, standards and procedures in an integrated manner throughout the facility.
2.2.4 Other sources of expert advice
While the security administrator should be capable of developing and managing the security programs, they should be aware of other sources of expert advice. Several avenues exist to provide security administrators with expert advice about physical security measures. These include the following:
(a) External (independent) consultants who can assist facilities in conducting a security risk assessment and provide expert advice about security measures. The consultant selected should have a demonstrated knowledge and experience in security.AS 4485.2 pdf download.