The COVID-19 pandemic and the emergence of other easily transmissible and potentially serious illnesses have required businesses of all sizes to implement temperature scanning protocols. By screening temperatures, you can readily identify fevers, which are a common early sign of many illnesses, and keep your business, employees, and customers safe. Below, learn about a few popular screening options and how to tell which is the best solution for your business.

3 Ways to Scan for Temperatures in a Commercial Building

1. Handheld Scanners

A handheld temperature scanner uses infrared sensors to determine body temperature. You might already have one in your home. Since the early days of COVID-19, these scanners have been used by many small businesses, such as grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants, to check patrons' temperatures. However, handheld scanners must be operated by a staff member, so this method will have to be incorporated into some sort of check-in process.

2. Kiosks

A temperature scanning kiosk offers a self-service, touchless forehead scan. Most kiosks can read temperatures and offer a brief questionnaire about possible exposures to determine the risk level of anyone who utilizes the device. These systems are suitable for businesses of all sizes but are especially beneficial for environments with large numbers of at-risk people, like hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and senior living communities.

3. Security Gates

A security gate can combine a temperature scanner and a metal detector. Temperatures are typically acquired via a wrist scan, though some systems may have forehead or body scanners as well. 

The built-in metal detector enhances security by picking up on the presence of weapons or other dangerous metal components a person may be carrying. These options are best suited to large businesses, schools, and government buildings where an added level of security is essential.

Explore your temperature scanning kiosk options by contacting Accushield®. Since 2013, they have been serving clients in Atlanta, GA, and throughout the United States. They provide touchless temperature kiosk technology, vaccine verification, and visitor management systems for health care facilities and other commercial environments. Call (800) 478-5085 to request a quote or visit them online to explore their products and services.