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How to Conduct an Emergency Notification Risk Analysis

May 10, 2013

In this video, Jack Poole, who is the principal for Poole Fire Protection, discusses the risk analysis required so that campuses install the appropriate mass notification system. Poole's presentation was at the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety on May 6 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

System Upgrade Sets Course for University’s Fire Protection

May 1, 2013

After a fire marshal placed the sports arena at Northwestern State University of Louisiana under fire watch, administrators took quick action to resolve the issue. A local fire systems provider came up with a temporary fix prior to renovating the facility with an advanced fire alarm and emergency communications system.

One Boston Bomber Dead, Second Suspect on Run

April 19, 2013

A massive law enforcement manhunt is under way in the suburbs of Boston for a man identified as one of the Boston Marathon bombers.

Protection 1 Helps Schools Create a Safer Environment

April 18, 2013

Protection 1 Commercial Sales Manager Juliet Morphew discusses the importance of listening to education market customers to provide the best solutions to create safer school environments.

Security Industry Plays Key Role in Securing Nation’s Schools

April 1, 2013

The tragic events in Newtown, Conn., in December reminded all of us that the safety of our schools and our children is of paramount concern. The Security Industry Association (SIA) has been on the forefront of this issue, working with the industry, state and federal governments, and school administrators to ensure the safety of our children and teachers.

SIA-Supported School Safety Bill Passes Senate Committee

March 12, 2013

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Tuesday to approve the School Safety Enhancements Act of 2013, a measure supported by the Security Industry Association (SIA).

New Web Portal Provides Expert Guidance on School Security

March 6, 2013

'School Security Command Post' from Campus Safety magazine helps school administrators select the right policies, procedures, training and equipment so they can keep their campuses safe.

States, Cities Propose School Security Spending Increases

February 15, 2013

North Dakota, Washington State and Dallas are all considering significant expenditures.

Ingersoll Rand Offers More Services to Protect Schools

February 12, 2013

In response to the schools seeking increased security measures, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies (IR) has expanded its services by providing its local security and safety consultants (SSCs) with increased tools to protect institutions.

SIA Opposes Texas Bills, Says RFID Technology Keeps Students Safe

February 7, 2013

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has voiced its opposition to proposed legislation in Texas that would prohibit the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology as a means to identify, transmit information about, or track the location of students.

Marks USA Loc-Down Life Safety Classroom Intruder Leverset

February 5, 2013

Marks USA of Amityville, N.Y., a NAPCO Security Systems company, releases the Loc-Down classroom intruder ANSI/BHMA F110 function leverset with clutch design. It incorporates all of the standard features of the company’s Survivor Series locksets with its new life-safety classroom intruder function.