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Over the past few years, significant terrorist activity occurred throughout the world. New tactics and patterns affected the global threat spectrum. “Soft” public gathering areas, such as transportation hubs, were frequently targeted. Online propaganda by terrorist groups inspired lone-wolf actors. Terrorist cells perpetrated simultaneous, coordinated attacks designed to disperse first responders. Homemade and low explosives served as the weapon of choice for hostile actors. It is critical that your …
New information has been released regarding the investigation into the mass shooting that occurred in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 1. Authorities now believe that Stephen Paddock had intended to escape after the attack, but he instead turned the gun on himself before authorities could breach his room. In addition, a note was found in Paddock’s hotel room which contained hand-written calculations on bullet trajectories. The calculations provided Paddock with information about where he needed to aim to …
Last month, a gunman stormed the main offices of The Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland, killing five employees. In the hours that followed, local authorities disclosed the attacker had a long-standing grudge against the community newspaper, having posted about The Gazette in approximately 149 out of his 876 tweets. The gunman also posted a threatening tweet just days before carrying out the shooting. This is just one of thousands of examples of bad actors utilizing social media while they engage – or …
Here at Enhanced Protection Services we get many questions about our Windsor Canines. Most do not realize we work with German Shepherds as well as Labrador Retrievers. We sat down with our very own canine master, or Director of Canine Training (whatever you prefer to call him), Mike Wynn* and asked him some of our most frequent questions about Shepherds! Question: Have you been working with Shepherds as long as the Labradors? Just like the labs, we have been sourcing, training, and deploying German …
In late 2018, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rolled out approved legislation permitting the air cargo industry to utilize third-party Explosive Detection Canines (EDC) as an approved screening option. This Federal security mandate requires explosive screening for 100% of cargo shipped on passenger aircrafts. This major industry development finally answered a growing demand for qualified canine teams and followed several years of debate regarding feasibility and funding. Enhanced …
On January 12, 2020 Enhanced Protection Services was preparing for a canine detection demo at a cargo warehouse in Hong Kong. When entering the facility, Technical Detection Canine (TDC), Sarge pulled toward cargo that had previously undergone security screening via X-ray , not once, but twice. Sarge persisted, passively sitting next to the screened cargo several times, indicating to his handler that he had identified the odor of a lithium ion battery. His handler requested that the facility conduct …
A new year always brings opportunity for assessment, evaluation and improvement – not only in our personal lives but also in our professional ones. Today’s threat landscape delivers significant challenges for security professionals at organizations of every size. Cities across the nation are experiencing crime at record levels. More than a dozen major U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Los Angeles and Chicago, are experiencing homicides and violent crime at the highest numbers in decades. …
Christine Spigai The threat from extremists who attempt to use improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to cause harm is persistent and pervasive. High-profile international incidents frequently make the headlines, yet explosive occurrences are rising sharply here in the U.S. as well. According to Justice Department statistics, there were 428 incidents in 2020, up 71% from the year before. The threat to Americans will likely remain high over the coming decade as instructions and materials for IEDs are …
Download Now Managing Workplace Stress Workplace stress is the harmful physical and emotional response that can happen when there is a conflict between job demands and the amount of control an employee has over meeting these demands. Employers and employees can work together to help ensure negative workplace stress is met with positive responses so that working and being productive is not a stressful situation. Employers Can Help Reduce Stress Give clear job descriptions. By knowing who is responsible …
Christine Spigai Bridget Hallahan was in law enforcement for more than 21 years with the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD). She retired in 2020 as a major in the patrol division. As it turns out, the retired life was short-lived – by her own design.“The time I spent in law enforcement was undoubtedly challenging, but extremely gratifying. Moving around through the community in many different roles, I met great people and had the opportunity to help others – which is what drew me to serve in the …
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