PASS updated its Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools, which offers securing school facilities best practices from subject matter experts.

Security and risk management leaders face a rapidly expanding threat landscape, requiring them to improve risk mitigation and emergency response.

Following a fatal shooting on its campus, MSU is updating its security measures. Changes will include increased surveillance and mandatory training.

Newport News Public Schools conducted a survey to determine desired safety measures. Changes will include metal detectors and additional officers.

Seven security organizations, including ASIS International and the National Association of State Fire Marshals, have sent a letter to Virginia legislature concerning conflicts of interest in a study group focusing on the use of active shooter prevention hardware in public buildings.

The Michigan state government's School Safety Task Force has released a progress report including initial school security recommendations for K-12 environments.

Security professionals have a duty of care to employees and users to protect them from physical threats. The threat of active shooter situations necessitates a proactive security response.