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Ensuring school safety is a top concern for educators, parents, and communities. Recent high-profile incidents have exposed weaknesses in school security systems, particularly with doors and windows. Enhancing school door security goes beyond just installing stronger locks; it requires a comprehensive, multi-layered strategy to keep students and staff safe. Here are six powerful strategies that districts can adopt to fortify doors and enhance overall security throughout their facilities: 1️⃣ Reinforcing Glass with Riot Glass Security Glazing 2️⃣ Implementing Modern Access Control Systems 3️⃣ Upgrading Door Locks and Hardware 4️⃣ Maintaining Locked Classroom Doors 5️⃣ Routine Security Assessments 6️⃣ Training Staff and Students Discover more of how to implement these measures in our latest blog. https://hubs.la/Q033cHyc0 #SchoolSecurity #SchoolSafety #BuildingSecurity

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In the context of school safety, we want to help school districts focus on the multi-layered approach to school safety which include: 1. Physical Security, 2. Policy and processes, and 3. Engagement. In this post (https://hubs.la/Q02RSVsj0), we discuss physical security. Physical security requires a review and hardening of specific areas of your campus including the overall property, the campus parking lot(s), the building(s) themselves and within the building interior, including the classroom. This relates to several types of security including (and most importantly), the locking of facility and room doors, the surveillance of the property and public areas and the methods of controlling access and flows within the buildings. In reviewing physical security, it’s important to address multiple layers of physical security as we outline in https://hubs.la/Q02RSVsj0. Let’s continue to never grow weary of attention to school safety and let’s keep our kids, teachers and staff safe. #schoolsafety #schoolsecurity #townsteel #doorsecurity #doorhardware

Back to school safety: Why Lockdown Systems are more important than ever! 🚸 As students return to the classroom, ensuring their safety is a top priority. Our latest blog explores how modern lockdown systems can provide a number of benefits to schools by maximising the safety of students, teachers and parents. 📚 We discuss our commitment to school security, how a lockdown system can protect your school and how we can help schools across the North East with professional security and fire solutions. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eScbS4Hc #SchoolSafety #LockdownSystems #BackToSchool #CDSSecurity #FireSafety #SecuritySolutions

🔒 School Safety Starts with Visibility: The Role of Tinted Windows 🌟 In today’s world, ensuring a safe environment for students is more critical than ever. As schools look for innovative ways to bolster security, window tinting is emerging as a simple yet powerful solution. Tinted windows do more than just reduce glare and heat—they enhance privacy and security. By limiting visibility from the outside, tinted windows make it harder for potential threats to assess school interiors, helping to protect students and staff without disrupting the learning environment. Moreover, window tinting can: - Prevent break-ins: Reinforced tinting helps windows withstand impact, delaying or deterring unauthorized entry. - Reduce distractions: Students are less likely to be distracted by outside activities, creating a more focused classroom experience. - Create a safer, energy-efficient environment: Tinted windows block harmful UV rays, keeping classrooms cooler while also reducing energy costs. As we continue to explore ways to make our schools safer, let’s remember that small adjustments—like tinting windows—can have a big impact. 🔑 How are you contributing to school safety in your community? Let’s discuss practical solutions that make a difference. #SchoolSafety #EducationMatters #WindowTinting #SafeSchools #StudentSecurity #FacilityManagement

Understanding Panic Exit Devices: A Guide for Schools and Students Safety is of utmost priority in educational environments, and having the right security measures in place is crucial. Take a look at the infographic that breaks down the components and functionalities of panic exit devices, designed specifically for schools. Why It Matters: Panic exit devices are vital for ensuring the safety of students and staff, allowing for swift evacuation when needed. Our infographic provides a clear and concise overview, helping schools make informed decisions about their security needs. Click through the link below to view the infographic in detail to see how these devices can enhance safety in our institutions and for our children. https://lnkd.in/gXhrEz8B #SchoolSafety #PanicExitDevices #StudentSafety #AllegionNZ #SecuritySolutions

🏫 Keeping our schools safe doesn't mean turning them into fortresses. What if some of the most powerful security measures had nothing to do with locks and cameras? Research shows that when students feel truly connected to their school community, they're far more likely to speak up when something doesn't feel right. That's why modern school safety is about balance – creating secure environments while preserving the warm, nurturing atmosphere that helps our students thrive. 💛 From building meaningful connections between students and staff to implementing smart security measures that don't overwhelm, there are many tested strategies that make a real difference. Together, we can create school environments where students feel both safe and supported, where security enhances rather than disrupts the learning experience. 🤝 And as a parent, educator, or community member, you have a crucial role in the process! 💡 Interested in learning more? Check out our latest article, "Six Proven Ways to Enhance School Safety," where we break down the evidence-based approaches that are transforming school safety across the country. 👉 Visit: https://hubs.ly/Q02ZKgxc0 #SchoolSafety #Education #StudentWellbeing #SafeSchools #CommunityFirst #SchoolCommunity

51% of Campus Safety survey respondents believe their building's glass doors and windows are what is most likely to fail in the event of an attack. There is far less concern (25%) about perimeter security, like gates, doors, locks, and access systems. Why? The stubborn reality is that majority of school shooters are students, faculty, and other people who can easily access the campus without needing to breach a locked perimeter. There is a need for robust glass security systems in our schools - safeguarding our community's peace of mind and ensuring every child can learn in a secure setting. We provide schools with innovative glass armor systems to guard the lives of our community's scholars and teachers - even in the event of an internal threat or perimeter breach. #CampusSafety #SchoolSecurity #GlassArmor #StudentSafety #SafeSchools #CommunityPeaceOfMind #2024SurveyReport

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