Metal detectors installed at 3 more health care facilities in Sask.

Regina's Urgent Care Centre at 1320 Albert St. can be seen in this file photo. (Gareth Dillistone/CTV News)

Metal detectors have now been installed at the Battlefords Union Hospital, Prince Albert Victoria Hospital, and the Regina Urgent Care Centre.

According to the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), the metal detectors have been installed at the main doors of the facilities and are expected to be online by Monday.

A total of eight health care facilities in Saskatchewan, including the emergency room entrances at the five hospitals in Saskatoon and Regina, now feature metal detectors.

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The SHA says the equipment is meant to prevent weapons from entering facilities and enhance safety and security for patients, visitors, and health care teams.

All members of the public coming through the doors will be asked by officers to declare if they have any restricted items, which include duffle bags, luggage or food coolers, weapons of any kind, flammables, bear spray, mace, or aerosols.

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The SHA said spiritual or religious items are not restricted unless they pose a safety risk.

Two detectors will be available when going into the Prince Albert and North Battleford facilities, with one dedicated to allowing quicker access for those needing immediate medical services.