Cover Story
By Mark A. Messler
For those individuals suddenly given the responsibility for developing a disaster/emergency management and business continuity program, basic plan, or emergency operations plan, the process can be overwhelming. This second part of our three-part series on NFPA and NIMS compliance provides 10 steps campus officials can follow to start creating their programs, while avoiding the fear and frustration that normally accompanies the task.
By Robin Hattersley Gray
With 2008 being a presidential election year, our nation’s main political parties will soon be hosting their conventions. What often goes unnoticed, however, is how these events can affect adjacent campuses. Here’s how Massachusetts General Hospital successfully planned for the 2004 Democratic National Convention and protected its patients, staff, visitors and premises.
By Ashley Willis
Being over-dressed or under-dressed is a concern facing many in the American culture — both can be considered taboo, depending on the setting. Campus law enforcement management also faces this dilemma and must take into consideration several factors to determine the most appropriate style of dress for their officers.
By Robin Hattersley Gray
It’s that time of year again when Campus Safety magazine honors the top police chiefs and security directors of our nation’s hospitals, schools and universities for their achievements and outstanding management of their campuses. Eight law enforcement executives have been named finalists in this hard-fought contest.
By Maria Ligeti
The state of Colorado is no stranger to campus tragedies. With past incidents like Columbine and Platte Canyon in mind, one school district has implemented a critical response notification system that now delivers targeted information via a variety of devices within seconds — and serves routine school communications as well.
By Robin Hattersley Gray
Respondents to the Third Annual Campus Safety Salary Survey indicate they continue to enjoy their careers. This second part of our two-part series reveals who is happy as well as the few who might be tempted to look elsewhere due to dissatisfaction.