May 26, 2012


American School & University | Life Safety

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Assessing Safety 

By Harold Gillens

A comprehensive security assessment can give education administrators peace of mind....

Making Connections 

By John Haynes

Web-based communications for data and safety management can arm facility administrators with the right tools....

Security Solutions: Red Alert 

By Patrick F. Quinn

Red Lake: What's an administrator to do?...

Defining Risk 

By Alan Matchett

A risk assessment can identify ways to reduce risks and liabilities, and determine which risks are acceptable or unacceptable....

Safety By Design 

By Don Hensley, AIA

The argument can be made for transparent vs. apparent security solutions for schools....

Responding to Tragedy 

MIKE KENNEDY

In the aftermath of crises, education institutions work to create an atmosphere that is safe and attuned to students' concerns....

Safeguarding Schools 

By Brian Bobeck

One-way messaging is one technology tool that can play a role in effective school security....

On Alert 

Mike Kennedy

To cope with the world as it exists in 2004, education administrators must be prepared to respond to security crises and threats of terrorism....

Making the Upgrade 

James Carrigan

Improvements can transform an existing fire-alarm system into a modern, campuswide addressable network....

Gimme Shelter 

Christopher Huckabee

Thoughtful design can help facilities withstand the impact of manmade and natural disasters....

Paying for Protection 

Mike Kennedy

As budgets shrink, schools and universities strive to make sure their campuses are safe and secure....

Welcoming and Secure 

Stephen Kromkowski

To accommodate community uses of school facilities, administrators and planners should make safety a priority....

A Need for Change 

Douglas Ellsworth

In response to legislation, colleges and universities must prepare to install sprinkler systems....

Creating a Safe Haven 

Dennis Young

Secure school design begins with effective space planning....

Comfort Zone 

By Mike Kennedy

In smaller schools, students get the personal attention and sense of belonging that discourages them from falling through the cracks and stirring up trouble....

A Special Event 

Richard D. Maurer

Planning the security thoroughly beforehand will help ensure a smooth school event....

Designing on the Outside 

Dennis M. Young

The fundamentals of school facility planning can lead to safe, secure facilities. Here's how....

Security Solutions: The Role of SRO 

Martin J. Dunn

Will communities accept more police officers in schools?...

Setting Priorities 

Beverly Vigue

Site surveys can help schools identify deficiencies and develop a security plan....

Sprinkler Safety 

Dennis Tremblay and John F. McCarthy

Don't neglect your sprinkler system in the maintenance of your school facility....

Security Solutions: Knowing Legislation 

Martin J. Dunn

Are you enforcing the Gun-Free Schools Act of 1994?...

Traps and Treasures 

Colin A. Marshall

How to stay safe and avoid the perils of school construction....

Security Solutions: Assessing Security 

Martin J. Dunn

Is your campus as safe as you think?...

Saving Lives 

Daniel Moon

Few districts know how to establish an automated external debibrillator (AED) program. Here's how to get a jump on the process....

Keys to a Safe, Secure School 

By Mike Kennedy

A mix of programs, personnel and equipment help schools provide a secure environment for learning. Here are 10 steps that work....

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