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Category Archives: Local Community Protection
How to Rob a Bank
Clay Tumey claims he has robbed more banks than he can count, and he never used a gun. He did however carry a concealed hammer strapped to his leg. After serving 4 years in prison Clay is sharing information we can draw from. After serving his time, Clay held a number of Q&A sessions as part of his repentance, and paid full restitution to the banks he robbed. The Q&A is informative. On Cameras Q: Did you know the placement Read More
Courthouse Security Innovation
Isotec continues to advance the utility capabilities for automated entrance security that keeps guns out of buildings. Continue reading
A $70 Million Drop in the Bucket
“The Department of Justice today announced more than $70 million in grant funding to bolster school security, educate and train students and faculty, and support law enforcement officers and first responders who arrive on the scene of a school violence incident.” – Justice News When is $70,000,000 a drop in the bucket? When it’s a measly sum to thwart school calamities and prevent them from happening. Is $70 million the best our society can do? Granted, something is better than Read More
David Barnes Appointed to the National Sheriffs Association’s (NSA) School Safety & Security Committee
Isotec Security Inc’s President and CEO, David Barnes, accepted his nomination to the NSA’s committee for School Safety & Security. Barnes will serve as a subject matter expert from the product/technology side of products, technologies, and services that prevent guns from getting into schools. Barnes commented “I cannot think of a more worthy cause. I’m honored to be part of this dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting children, the schools they attend and the communities they call home.” Barnes Read More
Posted in Active Shooter, Anti-Terrorism, Courthouse Security, DHS, Law Enforcement, Local Community Protection, Local Government Security, National Security, Safety Entrance, School Security
Tagged Active Shooter, Active shooter plan, Courthouse Security, Department of Homeland Security, Metal Detection, Protect What Matters, Qualified Anti-terrorism Technologies, SAFETY Act, Safety Entrances, School Security, State Government Security
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Defeating the Active Shooter Part II
Part II: Deny Free Access Last week we covered how to prevent ambush attacks at a school or facility. This week we’ll cover proven practices, procedures and technologies to prevent unlawful and unchecked access. Someone has breached your school’s perimeter, so now you need to play defense. The difficulties encountered by intruders when attempting to move through your facility may determine how serious the breach becomes. The challenge; make defensive measures as seamless as possible for students, patrons and Read More
Defeating the Active Shooter Scenario: Part I
Like all predators and criminals, active shooters rely on the element of surprise, unfettered access, and non-confrontational targets for success. In coming weeks, we’ll examine some of the proven procedures and technologies used to prevent an ambush attack, assist in securing schools & facilities against unfettered access, and how to create a confrontational environment that resists active shooters. Preventing an Ambush Attack A.) Screen everyone; whether it is by the naked eye, camera surveillance, hand wanding, or walk Read More
Proud Sponsor of the National Sheriffs’ Association
Sheriffs fill multiple roles throughout our communities. Continue reading
Grant Funding for Law Enforcement Technologies
Grant Funding for Law Enforcement Technologies The National Sheriffs Association recently hosted a webinar for municipal law enforcement agencies on areas to be focus that are receiving state and federal funding. https://nsa.adobeconnect.com/pdkaof8em5j7/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal The webinar featured representatives from Grants Office, LLC out of Rochester, NY. www.grantsoffice.com There are many technology deployments that can be funded via state or federal grants. The two largest funding initiatives by the Department of Homeland Security are the Urban Area Security Initiative (USAI) and the State Read More
Isotec & Womack Consulting Team Up to Protect Courthouse
Womack Consulting teamed with Isotec Security to protect a Minnesota courthouse. Facility managers & security personnel recognized the superior protection provided with a weapons detection vestibule which has been approved by the Department of Homeland Security for safety & efficacy. Isotec’s Safety Entrance® prevents unauthorized persons from carrying weapons into the building. In addition to providing greater safety for their staff and visitors, the weapons control vestibule reduces the over all demand for security personnel. The vestibule’s design and functionality Read More
Isotec Security & OptiVia Partner to Protect Courthouse
OptiVia’s Brian Janczak hit the ground running in pursuit of a business opportunity to protect Emmet County’s state courthouse. Brian followed up on a request for information generated from Isotec’s direct marketing program. He spoke with Emmet County officials to understand their safety & security needs, and then worked with Isotec’s Paul Labarile to design a risk-appropriate solution for the courthouse. The Safety Entrance® solutions chosen by Emmet County exemplify Isotec’s site-specific design and engineering forces. The Safety Entrances® Brian recommended Read More
