Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington says it is essential the current 24/7 security service, implemented since the serious incident in mid-August at Kingaroy Hospital, is made permanent.
Deb said it had been confirmed in an answer to her Question on Notice* to the Health Minister that there is now 24/7 security at the Hospital but it was not confirmed whether this service would continue.
“I have been calling for permanent security for the Emergency Department for several years on behalf of the Hospital staff and patients,” Deb said.
“While I am pleased security is now working 24/7 at the Hospital, it is disappointing that it took such a frightening and serious incident for the need to finally be addressed.
“The safety of our hardworking hospital staff and the patients must be a priority and we need to know that this service will continue on a full-time basis,” Deb said.
