Campus Safety and Security Symposium

November 2, 2018

University of Pittsburgh

Event Summary
Campuses nationwide are facing an increasing number of tragedies involving active shooter and hostile events. The need for an integrated preparedness, response, and recovery program is greater now than ever before. 

Petro Chemical & Utilities Space Spotlights Response to Active Shooter Events

The United States endured 30 active shooter events in 2017. This is the “largest number ever recorded by the FBI during a one-year period” according to the June 2018 FBI Publication “A Study of the Pre-Attack Behaviors of Active Shooters in the United States.” At the rate these attacks are occurring, it is perceived that society is becoming de-sensitized and may be looking at this “as the new normal.” This has caused many people in the chemical, petrochemical and utilities industry to take preparation to another level. Below are some measures being taken.

 

7 Tips for Choosing a Contract Campus Security Company >

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