You can never be too cautious when you’re planning for school security and emergency preparedness. It’s a major responsibility and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. No matter how safe you feel your facility is, there’s always value in having the support of trained professionals for taking a closer look. In that way, you get…
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…
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…
Mass shootings seem to happen all too often in the United States.Horrifying images flood the new stations. Still photos of people experiencing their worst nightmare in real time. The rest of the world watches in anguish as each act of violence seems to get closer and closer to home. Have you ever paused to think…
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…
Before an emergency situation occurs at your business, church, or school, you want to have a plan in place. Planning is the key to defining roles, duties, and responsibilities in the event of a fire, accident, or shooting. When people are prepared for the worst, they can step up and act on their training during…
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…