Who will secure the videotape immediately after the incident?

The shift supervisor plays a crucial role in incident management and accountability within a facility. Securing the videotape immediately after an incident is critical for preserving evidence and ensuring that the events are documented accurately. As the shift supervisor is responsible for overseeing operations during their shift, they are positioned to take immediate action following any incident. Their authority allows them to prioritize evidence preservation, instructing appropriate staff on securing the videotape and ensuring that it is not tampered with or lost.

In this context, the health care professional, lead staff member, and facility director, while all important roles, may not have the same level of immediate oversight or authority to ensure that the tape is secured promptly. The health care professional may be focused on patient care, the lead staff member may be engaged in other responses to the incident, and the facility director, while having overall authority, may not be present at the time of the incident to take immediate action. The shift supervisor is thus the most appropriate choice for securing the videotape.