What we do 

We provide a dedicated security team to support staff at Sunderland Royal. The security team work 24 hours a day, seven days a week

  • CCTV Closed Circuit TV covers the hospital/grounds and is monitored 24 hours a day. 
  • Body Cameras – The security team wear body-worn CCTV cameras as part of their uniform, these assist in evidence gathering in the event of any security incidents.
  • Staff Attack System – There are a number of ‘High Risk’ areas of the hospital which are fitted with the Staff Attack system – a silent alarm system that summons assistance for colleagues and the Security Team.
  • Patient Assistance – Provide a security presence to support/assist nursing staff in dealing with violent, aggressive and confused patients and abusive visitors.
  • Access Requests – Security hold keys for most areas within the hospital. Keys must be signed in/out of the security control-room.
  • Intruder Alarms – The Security Team will attend and investigate any intruder alarm situations, and take appropriate action required. 

Where we are based

Security control room situated on B Level, beside the main reception on Hylton Road main concourse.  

How you can contact us

Ext 49185

In a Security Emergency call 777

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