LCPS Department of Safety & Security

Who We Are Expertise from Security and Communications Industries, Fire and Rescue, K-12 Instruction, DoD, Campus Instruction and Law Enforcement. Support a 24/7 response environment Leveraging unique technologies to build collaborative security environments that are dynamic and flexible.

What we do MATERIALS – “If You See Something, Say Something” annual renewal and conscious raising EMERGENCY PLANS – Review and Collaboration SECURITY PATROLS - Property feedback ALARMS (FIRE & SECURITY)- respond, repair, and maintenance ELECTRONIC LOCK SYSTEMS –(including proximity buttons and access cards) repair, replace, install PLAYGROUND SAFETY – inspect existing equipment and approve new equipment prior to installation SAFETY AUDITS – conduct annually with Fire Marshal’s Office and Facilities Services SECURITY CAMERA SYSTEMS – install and repair, download and record video KEY CARD ACCESS – New Cards, reporting lost cards SECURITY PATROLS – after hours response to alarms and incidents at schools VISITOR ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM (AIPHONE) – install and repair RADIOS – repair and maintain school two-way radios, ALERT radio system

What we do, cont’d FIRE DRILLS – assist in planning, ensure compliance with state law NOTIFICATIONS – ensure proper notifications are made in the event of a emergency/crisis situation SUPPORT ICS PROTOCOL DURING AN EMERGENCY – to assist school staff and liaise with responders SAFETY AND SECURITY LIAISON – Public Safety Partnership, Information Sharing, and collaboration with external partners.

Recent Advances ALERT Radio – Portable radio capability Exterior use and 911 connection Panic button - integration to lock electronic doors. Run-Hide-Fight – Training to School Staff for response to violent intruders. Ongoing commitment to Visitor Management practices and active reporting

Emergency Response Planning Every School has one and is updated Annually Is a guide for Administrators and staff to assist in event of an emergency. In line with PPD and FEMA, DHS.Web based Emergency Planning Provides a platform for Emergency information, mapping and practice in support of planning, prevention, response and recovery actions. Lays the foundation for recovery after an incident. Real or perceived – example a bomb threat is not a “real” emergency until a device is found/detonated. But we must react as though the threat is real.

Violent Intruder Preparations Training Roll out to Schools – “Run, Hide Fight” (Adult Decision Making during a violent Threat) Provided to Principals and School Staff Every Situation is dynamic Every teacher is a decision maker Supported by Law Enforcement Training concludes in May 2017

Training Overview Confirms a new paradigm in school security It CAN happen ANYWHERE Encourages Situational Awareness Developing a Survivors’ Mind Set Active and dynamic decision making Encourages Independent Action based upon what a person perceives. Outlines appropriate actions for defense and survival.

Why Plan? Bad things are dynamic and not always predictable Violence Potentials exist particularly in adolescent environments, where disappointment often results in rage. Solid LCPS Reporting practices advance preparedness Emergency Planning and Practice Threat Assessments Mental health support Active Reporting “If You See Something… campaign”. Caring and Alert Community Increasing number of threatening situations

Conclusion School Safety is a Community Responsibility No Technology can replace Human Intelligence Encouraging our students and parents to be active reporters can save lives. Prevention does work 24/7 assets After hours contact through Transportation Dispatch 571-252-1700