With the United States experiencing an average of 38 deaths each September as the direct result of inclement weather, it makes sense for campuses to plan for and respond appropriately to these risks.
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There Is No Such Thing as Plausible Deniability in School Safety
Just because you don’t know about a threat doesn’t mean you aren’t liable for it.
Accounting for People During Times of Crisis
Develop your plan now so you can minimize confusion and liability when an emergency occurs.
Report Reveals Process Behind Security Product Purchasing
Check out some of the reasons why you do — or don’t — buy new electronic security solutions.
Understanding Audibility Requirements for Emergency Communications Systems
Learn where and when you may need to heed audibility requirements of fire alarm and emergency communications systems based on how NFPA 72 has addressed the intelligibility issue.
Managing Campus Security with Integrated Solutions
Deploying Enhanced VMS or PSIM can improve security and achieve interoperability among disparate systems. Here’s how you can decide which solution is best for your institution.
4 Questions to Ask When Selecting a Security Management System
Here are a few steps to determine whether Enhanced VMS or PSIM solutions would work best for your campus.
Getting More From Your Mass Notification System
Advances in modern technology continue to improve how we interact with each other and the world around us. We continue to see the development of better ways to complete both individual and organizational tasks faster and more efficiently with new or upgraded...
Using Social Media in Times of Crisis – Harmful or Helpful?
Twitter and Facebook can provide immediate alerts and responses, but also yield misinformation and other potential concerns.
Common Explosives Detection Technologies Currently Available
Here are three technologies that can help your campus prevent and detect bombings.
Explosives Detection Technology Basics
Hospitals, schools and universities are taking a closer look at how they can prevent and detect bombings. X-rays, IMS and Raman Spectroscopy are three technologies that can help.
Is ‘Run, Hide, Fight’ Applicable in the K-12 Setting?
“Lock Out, Get Out, Take Out” active shooter response may be more appropriate for schools.