Workplace Security: Lifesaving Tips and Tactics for Educators-Workplace Security: Lifesaving Tips and Tactics for Educators

Workplace Security: Lifesaving Tips and Tactics for Educators

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Schools and colleges need to be prepared for emergency situations, such as threats of violence, fire, and weather-related alerts. Research shows that people will do better in an emergency situation if they have been trained for a variety of different emergencies. The risk of violence on college campuses is relatively low and has actually declined over the years, but it is still important to be prepared. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires schools and universities to report crime statistics and adopt emergency response and evacuation plans. Educators need to be knowledgeable about their school's emergency management plans and disseminate this information to students and staff. There are also certain signs to watch out for in individuals that may indicate violent tendencies. It is important for educators to get to know their students and be aware of any concerning behavior. In case of emergency, it is important to remain calm and follow safety and security protocols. Educators should also teach students to protect themselves, protect others in the immediate area, protect the building or campus, and lock down the building and call 911. Schools also need to have a violence prevention program in place and should train employees on how to respond to violent situations. Workplace violence is also a concern and can happen in any environment, so it is important for healthcare facilities to have violence prevention programs in place as well.

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emergency preparedness

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Jeanne Clery Act

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violent tendencies

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