I've been wondering about this issue, in the odd chance that IL passes a CCW bill.
I've been considering both sides of the issue in case management should happen to even consider allowing CCW in a medical facility.
It does sound good at first, until I began to think of patients coming in for exams and check-ups while carrying. How would that work for security and safety should they need to disrobe for an exam?
How would the issue be handled of a CCW-ing patient were to experience a heart-attack on-premises, and need transport to the ER? Who would be entrusted with custody of a firearm in case of a medical emergency?
Honestly, some of the folks I see at work can't follow basic instructions written on a pill-bottle or information sheet. Let alone the 4 rules of firearm safety and manufacturer's operating instructions.....
I do wonder how a patient would react seeing a nurse, physician, or medical tech who ,in the course of their duties, accidentally allowed their firearm to become visible. I worry about the same issue with an untrained, inexperienced medical worker walking in on a patient removing their firearm for an exam.
I do like the idea of carrying at work since I work nights, especially as the pill-seekers and addicts become more brazen over time. I personally see medical facilities as a very soft-target down the road for robberies, burglaries, and hold-ups.
Anyone have any insight on how these issues play-out in other states?
ETA: Seems like the prevailing wisdom is to use state-laws and liability-shields to gently encourage allowing CCW in businesses.