Visibility, lighting, access control, electronic security technology, effective signage and good patrol techniques are the basic elements of a secure parking garage.
James L. Grayson
Jim Grayson is a senior security consultant. His career spans more than 35 years in law enforcement and security consulting. He worked for UCLA on a workplace violence study involving hospitals, schools and small retail environments and consulted with NIOSH on a retail violence prevention study.Grayson’s diverse project experience includes schools, universities, hospitals, municipal buildings, high-rise structures and downtown revitalization projects. He holds a degree in criminal justice and a CPP security management credential from ASIS. He is a nationally recognized speaker and trainer on a wide range of security topics.He can be reached at [email protected]. Note: The views expressed by guest bloggers and contributors are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of, and should not be attributed to, Campus Safety magazine.
James L. Grayson's Latest Posts
The 4 Types of Workplace Violence
Employee incidents involving criminal outsiders, clients, co-workers and significant others have different characteristics.
10 Steps to Safe Cash Management
Drop safes, signage, training, transaction barriers, and cameras can deter robberies at locations that have frequent cash transactions.
More Guns On Campus Won’t Make Schools More Secure
Improved access control, locks and audible alarms, however, can lower your risk.
The 5 Pillars of Great Campus Security
Great security programs reduce crime and support the organizational mission. They reduce actual risk along with the perception of risk and improve the organization’s financial bottom line.
How to Design Effective Fences
Here are three ways you can prevent individuals from breaching your campus border.
How to Make the Most of Your LEDs
Controllers and good maintenance programs can ensure this exterior lighting solution will last.
10 Tips to Selecting the Right Security Consultant
To find the right person or organization for your project, check references, create a good request for proposal and learn whether or not they will be contracting out some of the work.
Understanding the Value and Proper Use of Criticism
When done properly, constructive critiques can be opportunities for growth.
Don’t Allow Guns on Campus
Here are seven reasons why they are a bad idea.
How to Protect Solar Facilities
Security measure can prevent theft of this equipment, which can cost thousands of dollars.
The Ins and Outs of Physical Access Control
Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of a few basic mechanical and electronic access control systems.
