Security 101 For School Safety. Intertech Associates, Inc. Lunch & Learn

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1 Security 101 For School Safety Intertech Associates, Inc. Lunch & Learn

2 Safe & Secure Educational Environment What type of school is it? What type of security risks do schools see? How can traffic flows, environmental conditions, design elements impact security? Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 2

3 Key Findings of National Crime Statistics Report Types of Incidents in Schools (2005): Violent Deaths 21 Homicides 7 Suicides Non-fatal Student Victimization (fights, rapes etc.) Shows an overall decrease in crimes from previous years Threats & Attacks on Teachers Urban Teachers 10% Urban Fringe 6% Rural 5% Fights, Weapons & Illegal Substances Fights anywhere 36% On school grounds 14% Bullying (based upon reports made by students) 43% - most prevalent in Middle Schools 26 % - Elementary Schools 25% - High Schools Fear of being attacked is higher in public schools over private schools Most likely to occur in year olds Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 3

4 National Response: To identify, limit or control access of people to schools (campuses) Monitor or restrict in-building or on-campus behaviors Use of various technologies and tactics Between : 14% of Primary Schools 20% of Middle Schools 39% of Secondary Schools..Used one or more security cameras to monitor their schools it is unknown what impact these practices have had on the rate of crime Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 4

5 So what is an Architect to do? Architects typically focus on Aesthetics Productivity Function Secure/safety Sustainability But need to incorporate Areas of special attention Lobby: needs to provide ascetics, productivity, function, secure/safety, sustainability Entry/Egress Multipurpose Spaces: Gymnasiums, Cafeteria etc.) Community/Public Access Identify Districts Risk Factors Urban/Suburban/Rural Bullying and Gangs Domestic problems and vandalism Determine Campus/Building Environment Elementary, Middle, High School Demographics Community Concerns Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 5

6 Programming Considerations Considerations for K-12 Design Schools within Schools Plan for specific spaces Develop exploratory areas Create inspirational spaces Support mind, body and spirit Make a connection (through teachers and technology) Build for the community Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 6

7 Example Plans The following diagram is representative of typical tenant plans. Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 7

8 Parking Facility Safety Worst nightmare: student abducted from parking lot Passive Security to improve safety: Sufficient lighting Appropriate spacing of light Landscaping Sealing off cut-away areas behind stairways Active Security to improve safety: Closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems Voice-activated security systems (VASS) Security blue phone or Panic button Security patrols Source: American School & University, A Lot of Planning, May 2004 Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 8

9 NJ School Construction Design Guidelines: Homeland Security Standards Site Layout: Parking/Traffic Control Traffic control, remote controlled gates, anti-ram hydraulic drop arms, and hydraulic barriers, parking Forced-Entry-Ballistic Resistant (FE-BR) doors and windows Personnel identification systems (Access control, fingerprints, biometrics, ID cards) Building Layout Interior offices should not be visible from the street Isolate, alarm and secure utility and switch gear rooms Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 9

10 NJ School Construction Design Guidelines: Homeland Security Standards Exterior and Facility Lighting Ensure potential problem areas are well-lit: pathways, stairs, entrances/exits, parking areas, bus stops, children's play areas, recreation areas, pools, dumpster and recycling areas, etc. Avoid security lighting that creates blinding glare and/or deep shadows, hindering the view for potential observers. Use shielded or cut-off luminaires to control glare. Place lighting along pathways and other pedestrian-use areas at proper heights for lighting faces Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 10

11 NJ School Construction Design Guidelines: Homeland Security Standards Perimeter Security & Control: Fences, bollards, anti-ram barriers Perimeter intrusion detection systems Clear zone Video and CCTV Alarms Detection devices (motion, acoustic, infrared) Use natural barriers to complement technology and traffic flow Natural access control is used to complement mechanical and operational access control measures, such as target hardening. Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 11

12 NJ School Construction Design Guidelines: Homeland Security Standards Entry/Exit Use a single, clearly identifiable, point of entry Use structures to divert persons to reception areas Eliminate design features that provide access to roofs or upper levels OR if required as part of the design, doors and hatches must be alarmed to roof top locations Main entrances and lobbies, corridors and stairwells should be covered with video surveillance Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 12

13 NJ School Construction Design Guidelines: Homeland Security Standards Emergency Communications/Emergency Controls Public Address, telephone and alarm systems will require redundant power and service Video surveillance system to connect to local police upon request Stand-by power for critical building functions must have capacity for up to 36 hours Emergency control center designed: to incorporate all building utilities, communications, power, HVAC and alarms; it must not be visible from the lobby or street Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 13

14 NJ School Construction Design Guidelines: Homeland Security Standards Other Considerations: HVAC, Fire Protection & Elevators Access to air intakes must be restricted; roof top intakes must be screened Mechanical rooms with HVAC equipment should be alarmed Fire protection system should be connected to the emergency power supply and should be locked and alarmed Elevators should be electronically controlled or key activated For New Jersey School Security Guidelines: Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 14

15 Integrated Security Systems - Hi-Tech Solutions Biometrics/ Smart Card Technology An identity management system with multiple credentials on one platform A flexible solution with core components & optional elements A central management platform, distributed issuance with option to share databases. Up to 5 technologies per card Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 15

16 Safe & Secure Educational Environment: Policies and Procedures (Talk the Talk, Walk the Walk) Security Tools & Technology Coordinated Design Concept Coordinated activities with Public Safety Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 16

17 Open Forum Q & A? Intertech Associates - Security in Schools 17