Yes…You need checklists
Checklists are effective tools to verify key functions for operational procedures, ensure standardization, and enhance teamwork. Don’t take simple procedures for granted; adopt a checklist mentality.
Checklists are effective tools to verify key functions for operational procedures, ensure standardization, and enhance teamwork. Don’t take simple procedures for granted; adopt a checklist mentality.
Attacks or violent behavior are usually preceded by threatening communications. It is important that entities implement a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan to assess threats and take early action.
If your facility is a soft target, take action to reduce your vulnerability and enhance your capabilities. Begin by developing a first name relationship with local law enforcement, and stakeholders. Take advantage of the open source security information available from the Department of Homeland Security.
Siemens implemented a Zero Harm Culture framed by three key concepts. (1) Zero incidents are achievable. (2) Never compromise health and safety. (3) Take care of each other.
Timely and accurate alerts and warnings are a key component of your security assessment. The roles and responsibilities for alerts and warning must be delegated within your agency, organization, school, or institution. Test your system through drills and/or exercises.
Fire alarms sometimes mean that an active shooter attack is in progress. Revise traditional fire alarm procedures by working closely with fire and police officials; adjust to the new normal.
Be aware of who’s looking at you. Report suspicious surveillance activities and take action. Remember that many assailants use surveillance as a planning tool,
Close calls (near misses) are not harmless because they lead to bad outcomes. Develop a close call reporting system to intervene before little things become big things.
Sometimes a threat comes as a package or mail. The FBI and ATF have available guidelines that should frame your suspicious package procedures.