On November 19, 2018, three people -- an ER doctor, a pharmacy resident, and a CPD officer -- were killed by an active shooter at Mercy Hospital in Chicago. We are deeply saddened by this incident that happened in one of our local hospitals and demand that hospital workers and patients are protected and feel safe.
Dr. Yates was a previous trauma surgeon and has been in numerous situations in the ER and hospital where he was threatened by patients and patient family members. While we cannot understand the magnitude of loss from the victims’ families and friends, we do know that hospital safety needs to be a priority. Having metal detectors in hospitals can help deter prospects from bringing guns and other weapons into medical settings. At the same time, they give authorities a chance to work proactively against threats, not reactively.
Tragedies like this cannot be explained, but Yates Enterprises is on the front line to prevent further occurrences. If this horrific event shows us anything, it’s that the Safe Spaces in Public Places Act (HB5970), a bill that requires metal detectors in hospitals, needs to be approved without further delay.
About Yates Enterprises
At Yates Enterprises, we proudly deliver the highest quality safety solutions. Our handheld and walk-through metal detectors have endless security applications, including schools, public events, bars, sporting events, and government offices. Not only do we supply the most reliable equipment, but we install them and fully train your team on the devices.
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