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Barnsley Hospital is one of the first UK acute trust hospitals to achieve two important milestones in healthcare security – one for high standards in managing CCTV cameras.
The Trust has been awarded both the prestigious ‘Secured Environments’ accreditation and the BS7958 certification for CCTV management.
The much sought-after ‘Secured Environments’ award has been developed by Police Crime Prevention Initiatives (PCPI) and administered in partnership with the University of Leicester. It recognises organisations that have adopted six key principles to embed a security-minded culture, protecting themselves against crime.
The accreditation requires a rigorous, independent assessment that confirms an organisation has effective and sustainable security management strategies in place, aligned to risk and business need.
BS7958 is the British Standard for the management and operation of CCTV systems used in public spaces. It is awarded only to organisations that can demonstrate high standards of governance, data protection compliance, system integrity, and operational effectiveness in the use of surveillance to deter crime and protect the public.
Barnsley Hospital’s Security Management Services, pioneering a modern ‘Hospital Protective Services’ model, achieved both awards in parallel. This dual accreditation reflects the Trust’s unwavering commitment to creating a safer, more secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff, using proportionate, ethical, and professional methods.
“This is a proud moment for us,” said Mike Lees, Head of Security Management. “It is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of our security management and uniform officer teams. Their efforts help ensure Barnsley Hospital remains not just a place of clinical excellence and high quality patient care, but a safe haven where our patients and staff members feel protected.”
The awards also place Barnsley at the forefront of security innovation in the NHS, aligning with national priorities for resilience, patient safety, and public protection services in healthcare. A formal awards event will take place in June.