Granger Assumes Presidency of ASIS International

HeidiTFM — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:06:42 +0000

In addition to his new role, Joseph R. (Bob) Granger, CPP is the director of security for United Space Alliance, which is NASA’s space shuttle prime contractor.

by HeidiTFM

NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Security Analysis By Andrews International

AnneTFM — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 17:29:40 +0000

This recently introduced analysis service is based on Andrews’ proprietary Security Effectiveness and Efficiency (SEE) methodology.

by AnneTFM

Security Tips For Retailers During The Holidays

AnneTFM — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:23:57 +0000

With the financial challenges of a recession and rising crime rates, malls and shopping centers this holiday season are, as always, targets for criminal activity.

by AnneTFM

Landmark Chemical Security Legislation Passes House

HeidiTFM — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:05:06 +0000

On November 6, 2009, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2868, the Chemical and Water Security Act of 2009 reauthorizing the DHS program to implement and enforce the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS), which are currently set to expire in October 2010.

by HeidiTFM

Crime Risk Assessments For Corporate Facilities

AnneTFM — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:05:40 +0000

In order to educate companies about the importance of risk management in preventing premises liability lawsuits, CAP Index offers the following tips to corporate security managers.

by AnneTFM

Fresh Scents Promote Generosity Of Spirit?

AnneTFM — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:47:14 +0000

The odor in a room is enough to elicit a stronger impulse towards fairness, claim researchers from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

by AnneTFM

Facility Managers and Workplace Violence Prevention

George IFMA — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:26:41 +0000

The recent death of Yale graduate student Annie Le and the subsequent arrest of lab technician Raymond J. Clark III — who is alleged to have murdered her — has thrust the topic of workplace violence back into the national headlines.

by George IFMA

Choctaw Indian Nation Enhances Casino Security

AnneTFM — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:58:39 +0000

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma recently expanded its use of network video cameras from Axis Communications to include more than 1,000 cameras at six of its casinos.

by AnneTFM

Immigration Law Compliance

HeidiTFM — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:03:05 +0000

Recently, Immigration and Customs Enforcement revealed that it soon plans to audit more than 600 employers nationwide for compliance with hiring laws. Companies need to examine their hiring practices to avoid the disruption and negative publicity that can accompany a federal or local enforcement action.

by HeidiTFM

Are Google’s Images a Security Threat, Invasion of Privacy or Useful Tool?

George IFMA — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:16:02 +0000

Google is often revered (and reviled) for its Street View images, which offer anyone with an Internet connection direct access to detailed photos of homes and buildings around the world.

by George IFMA

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: BHM Glazing Systems

AnneTFM — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:20:45 +0000

Wausau Window and Wall Systems has introduced a line of blast hazard mitigation products.

by AnneTFM

FRIDAY FUNNY: Year End School Pranks

HeidiTFM — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:05:04 +0000

Outgoing students from Sutton Grammar School went to new lengths to pull off a rude, but imaginative joke which was unspotted for years. It was recently discovered by Google Earth.

by HeidiTFM

Senior Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect Chemical Facilities

HeidiTFM — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:44:39 +0000

This legislation makes CFATS permanent and enhances the program by making facilities, as a part of their vulnerability assessments, analyze how they can change their internal processes to reduce the consequences of a terrorist attack at their facility.

by HeidiTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Off With His Head!

AnneTFM — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:27:46 +0000

James Garfield is missing an important appendage.

by AnneTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Pushing Your Luck

AnneTFM — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:10:48 +0000

In Swaziland, sports authorities are up in arms about damage at the country’s Somhlolo National Stadium.

by AnneTFM

Smart Card Collaboration

AnneTFM — Mon, 18 May 2009 14:38:12 +0000

The Smart Card Alliance has recognized HID Global through the association’s Outstanding Smart Card Achievement Awards program.

by AnneTFM

Americans Rank Building Security as #1 Feature

HeidiTFM — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:53:14 +0000

The results of this survey revealed 28% of Americans feel security is the most important feature, while 12% of respondents indicated that fire safety is the most important aspect of a building’s design.

by HeidiTFM

New Product Flash: KeyController From KeySure

AnneTFM — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:59:13 +0000

These containers provide facility managers with physical accountability by encapsulating important items.

by AnneTFM

Security Provider Selected For Vatican Video Surveillance

AnneTFM — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:10:22 +0000

ioimage systems are being used to detect intruders at the world famous site.

by AnneTFM

SimplexGrinnell Earns Safety Act Certification

HeidiTFM — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:04:55 +0000

Certification of integrated fire and life safety services as anti-terrorism technologies provides liability protection to customers, helps protect citizens and assets.

by HeidiTFM

WEB EXCLUSIVE: FBI Report Indicates Copper Thefts Still Threaten U.S. Critical Infrastructure

HeidiTFM — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:00:52 +0000

From January 2001 to March 2008, the price of copper increased more than 500%. This has prompted unscrupulous and sometimes unwitting independent and commercial scrap metal dealers to pay record prices for copper, regardless of its origin, making the material a more attractive target for theft.

by HeidiTFM

Modern Day Piracy Solutions

HeidiTFM — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:54:01 +0000

During the past year, nearly 100 ships have been attacked, resulting in nearly 50 hijackings and costing businesses millions in additional costs associated with altering shipping routes, lost revenue, and ransom payments.

by HeidiTFM

Building Security Council Announces PLUS Rating Program Available for Public Use

HeidiTFM — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:12:23 +0000

BSC’s PLUS program is a system that owners and managers can use to determine building security needs. Going beyond simply evaluating existing security measures, PLUS also provides a set of clear and individualized guidelines to enhance each particular facility’s security.

by HeidiTFM

Looking back, looking forward

Richard BIFM — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:43:06 +0000

In this Web exclusive, Richard Byatt, Communications & External Affairs Director for the British Institute of Facilities Management, writes, “This 5th November, the U.K. woke to the news that Barack Obama had won an unprecedented victory in the U.S. presidential election. In a small way, the FM community here celebrated its own history yesterday.”

by Richard BIFM

The Right To Bear Arms…In Office Parking Lots

HeidiTFM — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 15:45:13 +0000

Keeping violence out of the workplace is a top priority for employers everywhere. But as more states pass laws giving employees the right to bring guns onto company parking lots, many facility managers are now concerned about compliance with OSHA workplace safety requirements.

by HeidiTFM