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TotGuard® Infant Security Solution

Increase infant safety in hospitals and healthcare settings with an infant security system that uses real-time location services and mother-baby matching technology.

An Infant Abduction Prevention System

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of infants in your care with the most advanced RTLS Infant Security Solution in the industry.

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Solution

The TotGuard Infant Security Solution is a state-of-the-art infant security system providing wearable tags that are expertly designed to be light, comfortable, and effective. With a wide range of infant tags that can be paired with our unique Mother tag, the system can raise alerts if infants are matched with the wrong parent. In addition to providing the real-time location of patients, facility staff are immediately notified if patients unexpectedly move outside of secured areas. The solution provides a wide range of door security and control options, allowing for the monitoring of babies, other pediatric patients, and staff in one innovative system.

How It Works

Infant and pediatric patients are assigned an active RFID tag — attached to umbilicals, or wearable bands that easily adjust to the growth of newborns and fussy toddlers. Parents can be assigned a mother tag that the system uses to generate an alarm if an infant is given to the wrong parent. Tagged patients are instantly detected at exit doors, stairwells, and elevators, and their presence can be configured to activate alarms and secure doors. The solution uses GuardRFID infrastructure hardware and AllGuard® enterprise software to identify tags, manage tag rules, activate alarms, and control doors.

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TotGuard Infant Security Solution Benefits

  • Prevent potential infant abductions and mother-baby mismatches due to human error.

  • Access control can be configured locally at doorways to maintain key functionality in the event of a network outage.

  • Accurately monitor the location of patients in real-time through the AllGuard software, leaving more time and energy for quality patient care.

  • Know that patient safety is comfortable and unobtrusive with the smallest, lightest tags in the industry—easy-to-apply and includes tamper detection options.

  • Can integrate with existing systems, such as HL7 and LDAP, for simple patient and user information synchronization.

  • Works in conjunction with complementary network video and access control systems.

  • The solution may be expanded to protect staff, older patients, and equipment without the need to install new infrastructure or software.

HID Healthcare RTLS Suite

Infant security is just one of the many benefits HID offers as part of our precision RTLS suite. We offer scalable, robust location services, including:

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Staff Safety BLE

Call for help with a discreet, wearable alert button.
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Asset Tracking BLE

Save time and money while increasing efficiency with precision locating.
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Hospital Wayfinding

Offer precise, step-by-step guidance with a mobile-device interface.
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Wandering Management

Safeguard vulnerable patients without restraining movement.
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Why TotGuard for Infant Security?

Focus on caring for your tiniest patients while our TotGuard Infant Security Solution provides children and families with a safe and secure environment in your facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does TotGuard enhance infant security in hospitals?

433MHz RFID and TotGuard software enhance infant security by providing real-time locating and monitoring. This technology ensures immediate response to any unauthorized movements and offers a comprehensive solution for securing infants in healthcare settings.

2. How does TotGuard integrate with existing hospital workflows?

The TotGuard system seamlessly integrates with existing hospital infrastructure, minimizing disruptions to workflows. The technology is designed to complement and enhance the caregiving process, offering real-time data without imposing a steep learning curve on healthcare professionals.

3. What happens if an infant RFID tag is tampered with?

If a TotTag or PPT2 tag is tampered with, the system immediately raises an alarm in the TotGuard system, allowing swift intervention to protect the security of the infant.

4. How does TotGuard contribute to the overall quality of infant care?

TotGuard contributes to the overall quality of infant care by providing real-time location-based alarms. This enhances the responsiveness of healthcare professionals, ensures timely interventions, and creates an environment conducive to the well-being of newborns.

5. What measures are in place to prevent false alarms with TotGuard?

The TotGuard system is meticulously calibrated to minimize false alarms. Advanced algorithms and sensors work together to distinguish normal movements from potential security risks, providing accurate and reliable alerts.

6. Can TotGuard be customized to fit the specific needs of a hospital?

Yes. The TotGuard solution is highly customizable to meet the specific needs and infrastructure of each hospital. This adaptability ensures that the technology seamlessly integrates with existing processes and enhances overall security.

7. What is the range of location monitoring for infants within the hospital premises?

TotGuard location monitoring ranges can be customized based on the hospital's layout and specific requirements. Typically, the system is designed to cover all relevant areas within the hospital premises, ensuring comprehensive monitoring of the infant's movements.

8. Can TotGuard be used in conjunction with other security measures in the hospital?

Absolutely. The TotGuard software is highly versatile and can be integrated with other security measures to create a comprehensive security ecosystem. Whether it's access control systems or surveillance, TotGuard enhances the overall security infrastructure of the hospital.

9. How does TotGuard contribute to a more organized and efficient workflow for hospital staff?

The TotGuard solution helps streamline workflows for hospital staff by providing quick and accurate information about the location of infants. This efficiency allows caregivers to focus more on providing quality care, reducing administrative burdens, and enhancing overall productivity.

10. How does TotGuard help reduce human error in infant security protocols?

The TotGuard software and the RFID tags work together to help monitor the safety of infants and help ensure parents are matched with their babies. The TotGuard solution helps minimize manual record-keeping and identification processes, significantly reducing the the risk of oversights and ensuring a more accurate and reliable system.

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