Supporting and managing mental health, substance abuse and other public health and safety emergencies are prioritized by Department of Justice safety grants totaling $34 million.
The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO)'s new report, "The Competence of Frontline Workers and What They Say About Their Work," explores the typical responsibilities, skills and perceptions of the dynamic security officer role.
As the year ends, Security magazine spotlights the security industry’s latest solutions below. Innovative products, services and technologies not only help security leaders thrive in their roles, but also keep people and assets safe to create more secure, efficient and intelligent organizations.
In the wake of the shooting at Oxford High School, the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) analyzed data showing an increase in school violence.
The Ohio Department of Public Safety has opened a new office focusing on first responder mental health. The Office of First Responder Wellness aims to help address post-traumatic stress and other wellness topics pertaining to first responders.
The Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team (BHCST) pairs public safety officers with mental health clinicians to respond to behavioral health crises on Johns Hopkins University's Homewood campus.
Eight concertgoers passed away due to a crowd surge at the Astroworld music festival in Houston, Texas. The tragic event highlights the duty of care that event organizations have to maintain safety at their venues.
With a projected over $44 billion in revenue in 2021, the casino industry has become a target for cybercriminals, who attempt to attack both online betting systems and in-person machines. How can casinos protect themselves from cyber threats?
The Coconut Creek Police Department has installed Active Law Enforcement Response Technology (ALERT), which connects police to surveillance feeds and security systems in participating local organizations in the event of an emergency.
