There are a variety of key features to consider when choosing an emergency notification system. Emergency notification systems communicate to all the necessary responders when there is a crisis. It is a must have for every business or organization who cares about their people. Key Features to Consider When Choosing an Emergency Notification System Easy…
Communication during an emergency situation is crucial in the outcome. Communication comes into play at every stage of a crisis or emergency. The definition of communication is, “The imparting or exchanging of information or news.” Communication comes in many forms. Face to face conversations, phone calls, email, text messages and more. The quality of communication…
Establishing emergency assessment solutions for schools is an essential piece of creating a culture of safety for staff and students. Being proactive about recognizing threats before they become a tragedy is key. Alert Protection Services has the tools, technology and expertise to create solutions that save lives. An in-depth customized assessment of your organization can…
How often do you hear about violence in the workplace or schools? Too often is the answer. No matter how distasteful this behavior is, we have to recognize that it’s become a part of our modern society, and we need to be prepared for it. There are a few ways that we can be ready…
Sandy Hook. Columbine. Virginia Tech. Stoneman Douglas High School. These names are seared into our subconsciousness. They were supposed to be places of learning, friendship, and fun, not settings for darkness and death. But, tragically, such incidents have become all too common. Hardly a week goes by when the news doesn’t carry a report of…
All public buildings and facilities face a certain level of risk associated with various threats. Threats can be either violent or nonviolent, and intentional or accidental. While the likelihood of a dangerous situation is relatively low for most establishments, that doesn’t mean owners or managers should dismiss the benefits of a threat assessment plan. Identify,…
We hope your business has a security system and we hope it’s a good one. At Alert Protection Services, we see school and workplace safety as a top priority and understand the importance of a reliable system. We also know there is always room for improvement. It’s the kind of upgrade that comes from having…
Sometimes it takes a tragedy to pass legislation that protects school children against violence. One such case is Alyssa’s Law. This law aims to protect students by requiring schools to put in panic buttons to send silent alerts to law enforcement agencies. The silent alarm directly links to law enforcement, allowing first responders to get…
Real Time Alert Solutions are a necessity in this day and age. It seems there is a new tragedy on a weekly basis that targets schools, churches, and places of business. All these are places where a large number of people gather regularly. As a business owner, or leader of an organization it is important…
Crisis software solutions are the technology systems that allow swift and effective communication when an emergency is occurring. Workplace emergencies are bound to happen. Whether a medical emergency, a weather emergency or an act of mass violence it is crucial that your organization has a safety plan. Having the most comprehensive and effective safety plan…