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A Person of Interest…Safety and Security in the Library. Featuring Michael Daly, CPP Stevan P. Layne, CPP, CIPM Nancy Relaford, CIPM. Daily Library Threats. Fire Assault Sex Crimes Drug Trafficking Theft Vandalsim. Security Assets. Perimeter Protection
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A Person of Interest…Safety and Security in the Library Featuring Michael Daly, CPP Stevan P. Layne, CPP, CIPM Nancy Relaford, CIPM
Daily Library Threats • Fire • Assault • Sex Crimes • Drug Trafficking • Theft • Vandalsim
Security Assets • Perimeter Protection • Employee Awareness • Uniformed Security • Electronic Systems • Rules and Regulations
Perimeter Protection Every building penetration – windows, doors, ventilation shafts… Must be secured by steel bars, locks, alarmed electronically, observed by video, or protected by personnel.
Employee Awareness • Every Employee’s Responsibility • Report Suspicious Persons, Vehicles, Circumstances • Regular Staff Awareness Briefing • Open Lines of Communication • Follow up on all reports
Uniformed Security • Professional, well-groomed officers • Minimal basic classroom training • Published rules and regulations • On-going site specific training • Consistent supervision • MBW!!!
Comments on Uniformed Security A bad image is worse than no security… Poor training reflects poor management… YOU are liable for the actions of your officers…contract or otherwise Your safety may depend on daily preventive measures AND appearance…
Electronic Protection • What do you REALLY need? • How do you select a RELIABLE vendor? • How can you be sure you’re getting what you’re paying for? • What are minimal requirements for service and maintenance? • How do you train employees to monitor and respond?
What do we REALLY need? • Addressable Fire Detection System • Commercial Intrusion Detection System • Computer Network Based Video Surveillance System • Wireless Panic/Duress Transmitters • Electronic Access Control System (optional) • Electronic Article Surveillance System (optional)
How do you select a RELIABLE Vendor? • Talk to other libraries • Prepare a list of system objectives…or • Request professional system design and distribute RFP to qualified bidders • Conduct mandatory pre-bid site visit • Review professional submittals
How can you be sure you’re getting what you pay for? Have submittals reviewed by professional NOT connected to any vendor Insist on mid-installation and post installation inspection by independent professional Prepare punch list BEFORE signing off on acceptance of system(s)
What are minimal requirements for service and maintenance? • 100% Warranty on System and Installation • Consistent service based on manufacturer’s requirements • Documented proof of service • Regular testing by library staff…with accompanying documentation
How do you train employees to monitor and respond? • Determine daily task requirements • Publish Operations Manual for System operations, monitoring, response • Include vendor training in installation contract • Conduct regular operator training on all systems
The Bottom Line Security is NOT convenient… You MUST have a protection plan… You need to CONSISTENTLY monitor every aspect of your protection program!!
For Additional Assistance/Information: Stevan P. Layne, CPP, CIPM, CIPI Layne Consultants International Steve@LayneConsultants.com www.LayneConsultants.com www.IFCPP.org 941-486-3573 Florida Office 303-377-2176 Colorado Office
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