Safety & Security

Balloons

All latex balloons are prohibited in the building. Mylar balloons are permitted and can be purchased in the hospital gift shop. Latex balloons are the leading cause of choking deaths in children. In addition, many patients and staff are allergic to latex, and the incidence of latex sensitivity appears to be increasing. Please let friends and family members know that any balloons sent to patients must be made of Mylar.

Cellular Telephones

• Cell phones can be used in non-patient care areas such as lobbies, waiting rooms, conference rooms, and offices.
• Please do not use cell phones in intensive care units.
• Cell phone users should maintain a distance of three feet from medical equipment, such as IV pumps and ventilators.

Computers

Computers are available for parent use in the following areas:

• Medical Library, 1st floor
• Third floor lobby, north end
• Parent Resource Center, 3rd floor
• WiFi service is available throughout the hospital for your convenience

Electrical Toys and Appliances

The hospital maintains strict compliance to national fire safety codes. Electrical toys and appliances such as clocks, radios, curling irons, hair dryers, etc., cannot be brought to the hospital.

Hospital Security

• Outside doors. After 8 p.m., all of the outside doors are locked except the main (north) entrance. To enter the hospital after hours, please come to the north entrance. A Security officer is on duty at the North Information Desk 24 hours-a-day. As you enter the building, you will be asked to sign in. People other than parents asking to come into the hospital will be screened by the Security officer on a case-by-case basis.
• Intermountain Healthcare I.D. badges. All employees and physicians are required to wear identification badges with their photos. Please ask staff to show their badges if the badges are not visible.

Smoke-Free Hospital

For the benefit of our patients, Primary Children's is a smoke-free hospital. A smoking area is available in the northeast corner of the property, just outside the parking terrace.  Tables and chairs are located there for your convenience.