In an emergency, who is generally NOT authorized to enter restricted areas?

In an emergency situation, restricted areas within a facility are typically designated for specific personnel only, given the critical nature of the circumstances and the need for control and safety. Visitors are generally not authorized to enter these restricted areas because they lack the necessary training, identification, and clearance that hospital staff and authorities possess. This restriction is crucial to ensure both their safety and to prevent interference with emergency protocols being implemented.

In contrast, hospital staff have responsibilities and training that enable them to navigate these areas safely and effectively. Patients may be allowed into specific areas under certain conditions, while authorities, such as emergency responders, often have permission to enter restricted zones as part of their role in managing the emergency. Therefore, visitors, lacking the appropriate authorization and training, are the most likely group not permitted to enter these areas in emergency situations.