It seems like there is a new security threat in the news every day, and schools are continuously faced with the formidable task of ensuring student safety. In my last two blog posts, we discussed well-known problems that affect students. School shootings and bullying are extremely serious threats...

In my most recent blog post, we discussed layers of security measures that can be put in place to prevent school shootings. When the topic of school security is brought up, it’s common for school employees and families to be most worried about a school shooting. However, statistically, a shooting...

As a security assessor, I observe security measures in place at schools and provide recommendations for comprehensive security plans. Multilayered security measures are the best method of protecting students and staff from various types of school threats, ranging from an angry parent to a school...

As a security assessor, I visit various facilities, including government offices, courthouses, public safety buildings, and schools. It has always been said that the safest place our children can be is inside their school building. To ensure this, an essential part of my job is educating school...

When you hear the words “security assessment,” it is common to associate them with surveillance cameras, access control, and visitor vetting (e.g., ID scanning and appointment verification). As a security assessor, I need to understand what keeps a facility and its occupants safe, which may mean...