What can we learn from the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol? Or from an active shooter incident at a grocery store in Tennessee? These are just some of the concepts that our panel of leading minds in strategic emergency preparedness will discuss in this free, one-hour session. We will guide you through the thoughts, questions, and steps behind creating a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan for your organization. Our goal is simple: to demonstrate that by investing time in developing a …
Craig Matsumoto, Senior Vice President, Risk Advisory and Consulting Services As with every Presidential election, the Republican and Democratic National Conventions are scheduled for this summer. Safety and security precautions are always at the forefront of these events, but in light of the July 13 attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, they are being increased to new heights. Given the high-profile nature of these events, which draw politicians, delegates, activists, media, and …
Download Now 'Tis the season for holiday spirit, and many businesses plan holiday celebrations. Whether your party is taking place at an off-site location or in the office, here are a few tips to consider to ensure employee safety for a pleasant holiday gathering. If the party is going to take place after office hours, be aware of the night security arrangements at your building. Some offices lock doors and close stairwells, which could change emergency exit routes. In planning for an after hours event …
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The Yemen-based al Qaeda affiliate, al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), released its 12th edition of the English-language magazine Inspire. This issue is titled, “Shattered, A Story About Change,” with the cover story focusing on how America’s role as a superpower has essentially been “shattered” in the post-9/11 world. Most of the past editions have included an “Open Source Jihad” section that provides detailed tactical information and instructions for jihadists to use for training purposes. …
ATM "skimming” is an illegal activity that results in millions of dollars of theft annually from unsuspecting card holders worldwide. It is a two phase process in which criminals steal information from an ATM card’s magnetic strip and the associated Personal Identification (PIN) number. Though it is a common crime, a card holder who is aware of this danger and knows what signs to look for can protect himself and his wallet. ATM skimming occurs when a criminal installs an undetectable device into a …
1. Dogs are considered the most effective bomb detectors. With nearly $19 billion spent on research and development, no machine or technological advancement has proven to be more successful in detecting explosives than a dog. 2. K9s can search an area four times faster than humans and do so with much greater accuracy. 3. Detection dogs are able to recognize and discern a scent, even when that scent has been masked by another odor. This is because dogs smell in layers, allowing them to detect …
Military dogs are no longer just sentries. They are soldiers capable of sniffing out mines, tracking down enemy fighters, and clearing buildings. IEDs have become a major cause of casualties in Afghanistan over the past several years, and in turn dogs have become a crucial element in the search. It has become common for IEDs to be made without metal, rendering them close to impossible to find without dogs. As more and more dogs take part in combat, the long-term impact of these experiences on canines …