Capsicum foam one option to make NSW hospitals safer, review finds

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February 17 2021 - 7:30am
Strike action: Wollongong Hospital HSU members took part in a statewide stoppage in 2019. HSU regional organiser Mark Jay (centre) says more staff are urgently needed. Pictures: Adam McLean
Strike action: Wollongong Hospital HSU members took part in a statewide stoppage in 2019. HSU regional organiser Mark Jay (centre) says more staff are urgently needed. Pictures: Adam McLean

A trial of capsicum foam for hospital security staff to deal with violent situations is among the recommendations of a statewide safety review.

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Lisa Wachsmuth

Deputy Editor

Deputy editor and health reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, covering stories in the Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama local government areas. For news tips email lwachsmuth@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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