Physical Security - Articles - Page 193

Recognize. Respond. Survive. A new approach to workplace violence prevention

Take a proactive approach to preventing violence.

January 11, 2021

If an armed assailant started shooting in your facility, could you, your employees and your organization survive? If your answer is "I have no idea," now's the time to take a proactive approach to preventing violence.

Gunshot incidents saw high rise in 2020 over 2019

Gunshot incidents increased 48% year over year

January 8, 2021

Gunshot incidents saw a reported a rise of 48% in 2020 compared with 2019, according to data for more than 100 U.S. cities. The Midwest, which saw the greatest rise, saw an increase of 58% in gunfire year over year.

CISA, NASCAR, Daytona International Speedway and local partners conduct joint exercise to keep DAYTONA 500 fans safe

January 7, 2021

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), NASCAR, the Daytona International Speedway, state and local first responders, law enforcement officials, and local businesses held a tabletop exercise today to test response plans around hypothetical public safety incidents on the day of the DAYTONA 500.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace within security

Foster an environment of diversity and inclusion for better performance and agility within your department and enterprise-wide.

Maggie Shein

January 7, 2021

Progress in diversity and inclusion is being made, albeit slow. Here's how your team can foster an environment of diversity and inclusion for better performance and agility within your department and enterprise-wide.

The young endangered: Is cyber radicalization intensifying in the age of COVID?

Tasneem Tahrin

January 6, 2021

Across the globe, radicalization, or Islamist extremism to be more specific, surfaced during the pandemic even when it wasn’t expected. Earlier in June, for example, Bangladesh’s 10 Minute School founder, Ayman Sadiq, received online death threats by an unknown Islamist group. Even in the developed world, it has become evident that cyber radicalization in young people is growing during the pandemic.

The changing role of security

Hear from Security's Editorial Advisory Board members about their thoughts on the changing role of security in the enterprise.

Maria Henriquez

January 6, 2021

Hear from Security's Editorial Advisory Board members about their thoughts on the changing role of security in the enterprise.

7 security investments for a post-pandemic world

Sean Foley

January 6, 2021

Security budgets are tighter than ever, and security professionals need to leverage existing investments smartly, and use innovative security solutions that maximize ROI. Here are seven safety and security solutions that security and loss prevention leaders should consider:

Pennsylvania governor opens nonprofit security grant fund program

January 5, 2021

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced the availability of $5 million in funding for security enhancement projects for nonprofit organizations serving diverse communities throughout the commonwealth. Grant awards can range from $5,000 to $150,000 for a wide variety of eligible items, including: Safety and security planning and training; Purchase of safety and security equipment and technology; Upgrades to existing structures that enhance safety and security; and Vulnerability and threat assessments.

Emergency preparedness and natural disaster planning

Ensure your organization is prepared for the next disaster, not the same disaster, with these six tips.

Maggie Shein

January 4, 2021

Tried-and-true protocols don't work or can't be enforced during a global health crisis. Emergency disaster planning must now expand to consider insufficient hospital capacity, workforce shortages, delays in supplies and materials, and funding shortfalls. Ensure your organization is prepared for the next disaster with these six tips.

Every connectivity lesson shapes a life in public safety

Angela Quinn

December 30, 2020

Technology is a vital aspect of public safety worldwide, and this trend is only likely to grow substantially in the foreseeable future. For new devices to work effectively, full-scale coverage must be in place, and when it comes to people’s safety, there is no room for downtime. Therefore, reliable connectivity is crucial for a rapid, real-time response anytime, anywhere. With experience in uncompromising environments where every second counts, below are Rajant’s words of advice for the public safety sector when dealing with connectivity and bandwidth needs.