COVID-19 Healthcare Response: RTLS Solutions for Contact Tracing and Hand Hygiene Monitoring
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the 2019–20 coronavirus outbreak a pandemic and a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). In the absence of a vaccine or specific antiviral treatment, maintaining good hand hygiene and limiting contact with other people continue to be the most recommended course of action to be taken by the general public.
Penguin Location Services RTLS: Essential Tools for COVID-19 Response
Penguin Location Services real-time location system (RTLS) provides valuable tools to ensure comprehensive pandemic response capabilities for healthcare facilities and organizations. Our advanced RTLS technology delivers:
COVID-19 Contact Tracing Solutions
- Contact traceability between patients, visitors, staff and medical equipment
- Automated contact tracing documentation for infection control protocols
- Real-time tracking capabilities essential for pandemic response
Hand Hygiene Compliance Monitoring
- Hand hygiene compliance monitoring systems integrated with RTLS technology
- Automated tracking to ensure adherence to WHO-recommended hygiene protocols
- Real-time compliance data to support infection prevention measures during COVID-19
Healthcare Asset and People Tracking
- Comprehensive tracking of assets and people throughout healthcare facilities
- Visitor management systems for enhanced safety during pandemic conditions
- Real-time location monitoring for patients, staff, and essential medical equipment
Wi-Fi Infrastructure Integration for Healthcare RTLS
Penguin Location Services can integrate with existing Wi-Fi infrastructure including:
- Cisco wireless networks
- Meraki systems
- Ruckus wireless infrastructure
- MIST AI-driven networks
This integration capability provides a form of traceability and visibility which otherwise may not be available to healthcare facilities responding to COVID-19 challenges.
Why RTLS is Critical During COVID-19
During the coronavirus pandemic, healthcare facilities need immediate access to:
- Real-time contact tracing capabilities for rapid outbreak response
- Automated hand hygiene monitoring to ensure compliance with safety protocols
- Comprehensive asset tracking to optimize resource allocation during critical shortages
- Visitor management systems to control facility access and maintain safety
Supporting Healthcare Heroes During COVID-19
Penguin Location Services’ healthcare RTLS solutions provide the essential tools that healthcare workers need to maintain safety protocols while delivering critical care during the pandemic. Our technology enables healthcare facilities to:
- Respond quickly to potential COVID-19 exposures through automated contact tracing
- Maintain rigorous hand hygiene standards with real-time monitoring
- Optimize workflow efficiency during high-demand periods
- Ensure comprehensive visibility into facility operations
Penguin Location Services wishes everyone the best. Stay safe!
