A & E: When Patients Attack (2015)
The security staff of Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, U.K., is constantly kept on its feet by aggressive patients. This is their story.
Hospital staff are reporting more violence and anti-social behaviour than ever before. In 2015, 8 staff were assaulted every hour – a new record high. At The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham – one of the UK’s biggest hospitals – they think they have the answer. Here a private security force of 46 uniformed guards, and a sophisticated CCTV system, keep staff and patients safe. A colourful mixture of characters ranging from ex-soldiers, to bouncers, to former elite sportsmen, it’s the security team’s job to keep the hospital running smoothly. With more than 2 million visitors they have to deal with all aspects of crime and anti-social behaviour. All against a back drop of life changing and life saving procedures.
Cast
- Paul Loughran - Himself - Narrator
Themes
Police Action and Dangerous Pursuits, Police Brutality, Justice, and Protest
Keywords
london, england, police, safety, hospital, security guard, physical abuse, security, birmingham, behavioral disorders, emergency services, behavioral health, national health service, hospital staff, public safety
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A & E: When Patients Attack about?
- Hospital staff are reporting more violence and anti-social behaviour than ever before. In 2015, 8 staff were assaulted every hour – a new record high. At The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham – one of the UK’s biggest hospitals – they think they have the answer. Here a private security force of 46 uniformed guards, and a sophisticated CCTV system, keep staff and patients safe. A colourful mixture of characters ranging from ex-soldiers, to bouncers, to former elite sportsmen, it’s the security team’s job to keep the hospital running smoothly. With more than 2 million visitors they have to deal with all aspects of crime and anti-social behaviour. All against a back drop of life changing and life saving procedures.
- Who directed A & E: When Patients Attack?
- A & E: When Patients Attack was directed by Kerry Allison.
- Who stars in A & E: When Patients Attack?
- A & E: When Patients Attack stars Paul Loughran.
- How long is A & E: When Patients Attack?
- A & E: When Patients Attack has a runtime of 43m (43 minutes).
- What genre is A & E: When Patients Attack?
- A & E: When Patients Attack is a Action, Crime, Documentary, TV Movie film.
- Where was A & E: When Patients Attack produced?
- A & E: When Patients Attack was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of A & E: When Patients Attack?
- The themes of A & E: When Patients Attack include: Police Action and Dangerous Pursuits, Police Brutality, Justice, and Protest.