Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 January 2013
1057. Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for Health his plans to install CCTV cameras in all Health Service Executive ambulances to prevent the risk of assault to ambulance staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1381/13]
View answerA key priority for the HSE National Ambulance Service (NAS) is the upgrading of its fleet and communications systems. The NAS has had a comprehensive capital upgrade programme over the last number of years which includes provision for replacement of existing emergency ambulances, with installation of cameras to ensure safety for staff and patients as a standard. At this point, the majority of emergency ambulances on duty have cameras installed in the patient care area of the vehicle. These cameras are activated by way of a panic strip.
