Across the UK, GP surgeries are facing unique challenges and now more than ever, ensuring the safety and security of staff and patients alike is crucial. This blog post focuses on actionable tips on mitigating workplace violence and aggression within these healthcare...
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Promoting Psychological Safety at Work: Supporting Healthcare Professionals through Safe + Sound Week and Beyond
In the United States, the issue of burnout among hospital doctors and nurses has reached alarming rates, calling for immediate action to address well-being and psychological safety at work in the healthcare sector. A recent survey published in JAMA Health Forum...
Little Green Button to replace EMIS panic button in hundreds of GP’s Surgeries Across the UK
Recent news about EMIS discontinuing its ‘panic button’ feature has unsettled the medical community in the UK. It's been announced that as of 29th September 2023, those wishing to continue to use the panic button will be “required to acknowledge and accept ...
Safety and Security in Rural Medical Centres in Australia
In remote and rural regions of Australia, where accessing medical help involves extensive travel, prioritising safety and security within healthcare facilities is paramount. In this blog post, we delve into the invaluable role of discreet on-screen duress alarms in...
Optimising Staff Safety: How Little Green Button Transforms Communication in Dental Surgeries
When it comes to dental surgeries, staff safety is absolutely crucial. Unfortunately, these healthcare settings can sometimes be prone to patient aggression. That's why it's essential to create a calm and secure environment that prioritises the safety of both the...
Interview with CBT Therapist and nurse, Will Mertens: Supporting Teenagers’ Mental Health and Ensuring Safety in Therapy Sessions
Little Green Button customer and CBT therapist Will Mertens provides insight into working with teenagers and their mental health challenges. In this interview we discover the common issues he supports through his evidence-based treatment approach and we learn how he...
The Benefits of Panic Alarm Software in Healthcare Settings
In a healthcare setting, quick response times are crucial for patient safety and staff well-being. Panic alarm software can provide an extra layer of protection in emergency situations. Little Green Button is a leading provider of panic alarm software, specifically...
4 Ways to Keep Teachers and Other Education Workers Safe
Keeping all education sector works is increasingly important. Lear how to protect staff here.
Workplace Safety in Healthcare: 5 Top Tips for Protecting Staff
Here at Little Green Button, our priority is keeping people safe and protected at their workplace. One sector where that’s really important is the healthcare sector. So, how do we prioritise workplace safety in healthcare to ensure we're protecting the people that...