A new security policy at Tewksbury Hospital has sparked concerns among staff about their safety. The policy change, which may involve the removal of non-lethal equipment such as pepper spray from security officers, has been met with criticism from staff and local officials, who fear it could lead to escalating violence. There have been reports of violent incidents at the hospital, including an attack on an employee and an altercation between patients, although it is unclear if these are directly related to the policy change.