Physical Security
RSS

Parkview Health, Fort Wayne, Indiana - Security Magazine

Is Armed Security the Key to Better Hospital Safety?

How Parkview Health is employing armed security officers to secure its facilities and reduce crime

May 9, 2018

Hospitals can be dangerous places. From 2012 to 2014, healthcare institutions reported a 40 percent increase in violent crime, with more than 10,000 incidents mostly directed at employees.

The 100 Most Dangerous Cities in America

May 8, 2018

East St. Louis, Illinois; Darby Borough, Pennsylvania; and Opa Locka, Florida are among the the top 10 most dangerous cities in the U.S., according to a report.

DITEK Camden - Steven Lee - Security Magazine

Surge Protectors Save Property Management Company Thousands in Replacement Equipment

May 8, 2018

Lightning is known to occur on average 44 times a second over the entire earth, totaling nearly 1.4 billion flashes a year.

The New Science of Criminal Apprehension and Prevention

May 4, 2018

According to FBI crime statistics released in September of 2017, crime increased in the U.S. for the second consecutive year – posting a 4.1-percent surge last year compared to previous figures.

SIA Announces Keynote Speakers for Cyber:Secured Forum

May 4, 2018

The Security Industry Association (SIA), PSA Security Network and ISC Security Events have announced the keynote speakers for the upcoming Cyber:Secured Forum.

Insider Threat: Why Physical Security Still Reigns

Cybersecurity gets much attention, yet physical security and investigations are still a key element in enterprise security, particularly with insider threats

Diane Ritchey

May 1, 2018

With all of the attention placed on cybersecurity, where has physical security gone?

Mass Attacks in 2017 Chart - Security Magazine

28 Mass Attacks Occurred in 2017

May 1, 2018

There were 28 mass attacks (during which three or more persons were harmed) carried out in public places within the U.S. in 2017. The attacks resulted in losses of 147 lives, with nearly 700 others injured.

Why Comprehensive Collection is Critical for Ballistics Analysis

A policy on comprehensive collection of cartridge casings can help police connect violent crimes and close more cases

Tom Joyce

April 24, 2018

What can police agencies do to lower their own rates of violent crime? There is no one single answer, because a wide variety of strategies and tools are required to combat violent crimes – but one of the most important practices is a policy of comprehensive collection and analysis of ballistic evidence during investigations of crime scenes where shots were fired.

IAHSS Publishes Guideline for Patient Violence Response

April 24, 2018

“Violence stemming from patients and patient visitors present considerable risk and concern to the healthcare industry. Healthcare Facilities (HCFs) should establish specific violence prevention and aggression management policies, processes and practices to deter, identify and manage violent events.”

To Curb Car Break-Ins, San Francisco Bolsters Garage Security

April 24, 2018

To address smash-and-grab car break-ins at the seven parking garages owned by the Municipal Transportation Agency, San Francisco officials are upping their game on security measures. Since May, the SFMTA has added high-definition security cameras, license plate readers, protective fencing, intercom systems and, in some locations, police officers, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

ON DEMAND: In this webinar, Regina Lester, Vice President of Security & Safety Operations at Toledo Zoo, will share her insights on implementing security technologies in the entertainment sector and the challenges all organizations face — large and small — when it comes to balancing budget and security.

Physical Security
RSS

Is Armed Security the Key to Better Hospital Safety?

The 100 Most Dangerous Cities in America

Surge Protectors Save Property Management Company Thousands in Replacement Equipment

The New Science of Criminal Apprehension and Prevention

SIA Announces Keynote Speakers for Cyber:Secured Forum

Insider Threat: Why Physical Security Still Reigns

28 Mass Attacks Occurred in 2017

Why Comprehensive Collection is Critical for Ballistics Analysis

IAHSS Publishes Guideline for Patient Violence Response

To Curb Car Break-Ins, San Francisco Bolsters Garage Security

Sign-up to receive top management & result-driven techniques in the industry.

Join over 20,000+ industry leaders who receive our premium content.

Physical Security RSS

Sign-up to receive top management & result-driven techniques in the industry.

Join over 20,000+ industry leaders who receive our premium content.

Physical Security
RSS