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Safety and security are top concerns in public buildings and spaces, but especially in K-12 educational facilities. To combat concerns around security, compartmentalization or zoning is one strategy growing in popularity for schools. #JLLEducation #Education #HigherEd #Schools

Safety and security are top concerns in public buildings and spaces, but especially in K-12 educational facilities. To combat concerns around security, compartmentalization or zoning is one strategy growing in popularity for schools. #JLLEducation #Education #HigherEd #Schools

School Security and Safety Starts With the Walk to School. Learn more about "Safe Strides: Protecting Students on Their Walk to School"

We're wrapping up National School Safety Week but school safety is something that needs more attention than just 1 week. Have you checked out the PASS School Security Guidelines yet? They're packed with tips to boost safety in our schools. From lockdown drills to tech upgrades, every step counts. What's one security measure you'd love to see implemented at your school? Share your thoughts below and let's make a difference together! Download the guidelines at https://hubs.ly/Q02T_VNW0 #SchoolSafetyWeek #SafeSchools #PASSGuidelines #SafeSchoolsWeek

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From video security to critical communications and plans to adopt access control and mass communications systems, the school district is well on its way to building a safety and security ecosystem that supports its growth plans and school safety goals: https://hubs.la/Q02LnhRy0

🚸 School is almost back in session 🚸 As the new school year approaches, we encourage you to evaluate the safety of your buildings and make any necessary improvements to prioritize the well-being of your students and teachers. If you're unsure where to begin with upgrading your school's safety technology, consider starting with the doors and windows. Doors are the main entry points into school buildings and classrooms, and their mechanisms are essential for student protection and intruder prevention. Windows, being susceptible to breakage, are another critical component of building security that should be reinforced appropriately. Read the blog to make sure your schools are protected: https://hubs.la/Q02GDCCC0 #OMNIAPartnersAlly #SchoolSafety #DoorsandWindows #Safety #Students #Teachers #K12

It is really important for school leaders to understand that if they implement entry point weapons screening of all students or all people entering a facility, they need to see that they meet the legal standard of care should someone manage to get a weapon into the facility and harm someone. In some cases, the failure to address the potential for people bypassing the checkpoints can create more civil liability exposure than not conducting screening. Kevin's question is an important one to consider, particularly if your district has invested in AI weapons detectors that have not been validated as reliable through testing from a reputable independent laboratory.

With a heightened focus on school safety, K-12 administrators are assessing innovative technologies and security-driven applications. Primarily, schools should make sure they have their basics covered, which include operating doors and locks, visitor management procedures, and a secured perimeter. Learn about school access control trends in this CampusSecurity Today article by Allegion US's Ken Cook. #SchoolSafety #SchoolSecurity #SROs Read: http://ms.spr.ly/6048YyHBK

It's deeply tragic when critical incidents on school campuses become the catalyst for change. Every incident is a stark reminder of the importance of proactive safety measures. The recent report on the University of Arizona incident outlines essential lessons and recommendations for enhancing safety, including improvements in emergency communications, surveillance camera coverage, classroom door locks, and building access control. As a community, we must prioritize these safety measures to protect our students, faculty, and staff. By learning from these incidents, we can create a safer environment for everyone. Let's continue to work together to ensure that our campuses are secure and resilient against future threats. https://lnkd.in/efXH3gbW #SchoolSafety #CampusSecurity #EmergencyPreparedness #PhysicalSecurity #CommunitySafety #SecuritySolutions