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Change to Yale Security Challenged

October 4, 2012

The labor union representing the Yale Police Department, condemned new administrative policy on police and security deployment, which they said jeopardizes student safety.

Hospital Shootings Rare, Study Finds

September 20, 2012

A person is more likely to get struck by lightening than shot while at a hospital, according to new research by Johns Hopkins.

10 Training Tips for Crime Prevention on Campus

John Pack

September 9, 2012

Security officers must always be prepared and well equipped to handle an emergency, such as a shooting or violent incident on campus. Security staff must be trained to respond effectively, to evacuate affected areas and to notify staff and local authorities.

Physical Security -- Security Officers

U.S. Security Officer Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Spy for China

August 31, 2012

A former security officer at a U.S. consulate in China pleaded guilty to attempting to pass secrets about the building's security systems to a Chinese spy agency.

Crash Course on College Vehicular Perimeter Security Systems

David Dickinson

August 28, 2012

Keeping pedestrians safe, protecting structures from accidental or intentional automobile crashes, and force protection (keeping employees and visitors from harm) have always been campus safety concerns.

Physical Security -- Nuclear Plant Security

Regulators Issue Violation for Troubled Nuclear Plant

August 17, 2012

The troubled San Onofre nuclear power plant in California has been slapped with a violation following a May security lapse.

DHS Seeks Riot Gear for RNC, DNC

July 31, 2012

Hundreds of pieces of riot gear have been ordered for federal agents assigned to protect U.S. government buildings during the Republican National Convention.

Physical Security -- School Security

School Security Guards Sue District for Lost Wages, Reputation Damage

July 17, 2012

After an altercation with a student, two school security workers were placed on leave for several months on suspicion of mishandling the situation.

Security News -- Physical Security

Metro Boosts Security Guard Pay

July 2, 2012

A retroactive wage increase and a 2 percent lump sum payment will be given to each Metro special police officer, at an approximate cost of $797,621.

Using Education to Prevent Parking Lot Crime

July 1, 2012

The news is frequently inundated with stories on crime in parking areas, whether it’s theft, vandalism, or yet another beating in front of Dodgers Stadium.