Safety & Security Blog

Safety & Security Blog

The latest in employee safety, duress alarms, and lone worker security.

Tony Ridzyowski

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Sale of School Security Systems on the Rise, Reports New York Times

As active shooter scenarios attract an increasing amount of media attention, schools across the nation are investing in stronger, more reliable security measures.

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AI Security Cameras Are Here — What Could They Do for Surveillance?

While enterprise-scale options are still a few years away, early consumer-oriented cameras powered by AI demonstrate the technology’s immense potential in the field of security.

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Understanding Lone Worker Policies & Standards for 2016

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Essential Safety Tips to Protect Workers on the Manufacturing Floor

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are about three million non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported every year. That equates to about 3.2 cases for every 100 full-time employees, many of which occur in manufacturing settings where the climate is just right for slip and fall accidents, back injuries, head and other injuries sustained from falling objects, and other such hazards.

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How to Develop an Emergency Preparedness Protocol for Your School

While parents are prepping for back-to-school sticker shock and students are worried about what they'll wear and if all their friends will be back, school administrators are focused on how they'll keep students and faculty safe and secure this school year. Meteorologists tell us to be prepared for El Nino, geologists warn we're overdue for earthquakes, and criminologists say that no school is 100 percent safe from rampages like we've witnessed at Sandy Hook, Muskegon Heights High School, Umpqua Community College, and tragically, so many others.

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6 Tips to Ensure Your School Security Alarm System is Prepared For an Emergency

As another school year rolls around, it's time to take stock of your emergency preparedness level. Sure, the biggies are always on our minds: fire, severe weather, and the potential for an active shooter scenario on campus. But most emergencies that strike schools aren't the headline news makers. They are everyday incidents that involve just a few people, but good response times and a strong preparedness plan can mean the difference in whether or not the event ends up being an amusing anecdote for the high school graduation ceremony or a serious event that alters people's lives. Here are some tips for emergency preparation success.

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