A security methodology that enables security officers to recognize potentially violent individuals — before a tragedy occurs.
Be prepared for parents' questions when freshmen move onto campus.
The role of public safety officers on campus continues to evolve.
Safe campus environments are highly desired but not always delivered. Here's how to make some improvements.
Stories of active shooters in K-12 schools frighten us all. But in the scheme of things, active shooters are a horrible but small problem.
Highly capable systems are integrating with other robust security technologies.
Tennessee State University tightens security with new student ID badges in response to security incidents over the past year.
Effective access control systems include technology, people, policies and training. Here's how those components fit together.
An easy technique for improving emergency preparedness.
Battery-operated devices have different specifications.
The digital delivery of information across campus is facilitated by the proliferation of innovative video screens.
We are all increasingly members of this new, interconnected "community." This means that our institutions and our constituents are also members. The Internet of Things (abbreviated "IoT") is everything and everyone that is connected by a common technological fabric.
Architects and engineers are incorporating innovative methods and systems into designing buildings to withstand extreme weather.
Don't just collect fire-prevention data; use it.
Developing, practicing and planning protocols used to prepare and respond to natural disasters.
Use money wisely to prevent school violence.
Creating a culture of fire safety and survivability.
How fear can reduce the ability of school employees to save lives.
Tips on keeping the actions and message of fire prevention and safety in the forefront of campus communications.
Fear can reduce the ability of students and campus employees to save lives.
Ways to keep track of violations and monitor efforts to correct them.
Don't cut corners on the inclusion and inspection of fire extinguishers.
Integrating Crime prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) concepts into master planning and design is one demonstrated way to create an overall safe campus.
What's new in building products and materials?
An EMS should be part of a comprehensive communications strategy.