
The Weakest Link in the Chain: Glass Vulnerabilities and The Active Shooter
As a consultant focused on active shooter risk, there are a number of critical problems that appear as recurring themes during facility assessments—improper use of
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On 18 May 2021, Critical Intervention Services and Workplace Violence Today hosted a 1.5 hour webinar on facility design, physical security planning, and emergency infrastructure preparation for active shooter violence. Click the play button to view the video.
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As a consultant focused on active shooter risk, there are a number of critical problems that appear as recurring themes during facility assessments—improper use of
While assisting a reporter after the Uvalde shooting, a question was posed that maybe warrants some discussion. During the interview, I described some examples of
One of the most common problems we encounter in our work as security consultants is the absence of safe rooms and secure classrooms capable of
Like many people, I watched the riot at the US Capitol on 6 January unfold live through reporting on TV. And as most, I was
Egress planning is often regarded as a life safety matter with influence on security, but otherwise a discipline independent from physical protection. However, when preparing
Parts 1 and 3 of this series surveyed important principles of physical security and facility preparation for mitigating the consequences of active shooter attacks. Although
In Part 1 of this series, we discussed how the integration of detection, delay, and response functions influences the overall performance of physical security. In
Who exactly are we trying to protect ourselves against when we use the term “active shooter?” For many, the answer to this question seems obvious—a
When many people think of physical security, the first ideas that come to mind are things like locks, alarm systems, screening with metal detectors, CCTV,
Comprehensive risk management programs employ a multi-layered approach to reducing the risk of active shooter violence. Issues such as threat recognition and assessment, reinforcement of
By Craig S. Gundry, PSP, cATO, CHS-III Workplace Violence: The Risk in Perspective By comparison to many other security risks, workplace violence incidents are low-moderate
By Craig S. Gundry, PSP, cATO, CHS-III Few would debate that one of the most important factors in mitigating active shooter attacks is the speed
The Guardian SafeWorkplace Program™ employs a multi-layered strategy aimed at preventing active shooter violence while employing performance-based physical security measures and emergency preparations to reduce the impact of events.
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CIS security consultants are recognized worldwide for their expertise in assessing and improving physical security and facility preparedness for acts of armed violence.
CIS provides expert assistance to employers in assessing potential threat situations and navigating complex and sensitive decisions essential to managing risks of violence.
Our experts assist clients in developing Workplace Violence Prevention programs which reduce risk of violence while attending important matters essential for business success.
Our subject experts have instructed thousands of client employees in workplace threat awareness and response to active shooter violence through private training sessions.
For organizations seeking a comprehensive approach to workplace violence prevention and readiness, the Guardian SafeWorkplace Program™ employs a multi-layered strategy for controlling risks of violence in alignment with best practices and standards defined by SHRM, ANSI, and ASIS International.
CIS investigators frequently assist employers in monitoring the behavior of stalkers and menacing employees during the dangerous and uncertain period following hostile terminations.
Over the past three decades, CIS executive protection specialists have ensured the safety of hundreds of protectees including corporate executives, attorneys, wealthy families, celebrities, media personalities, politicians, presidential candidates, and civil rights leaders.
Craig Gundry, PSP, cATO
Craig Gundry is a CIS security consultant and expert witness with over 30-years of specialized focus on workplace violence, school security, and terrorism. As an expert specialized in managing risks of mass homicide, Craig assisted in the development of ASIS International’s new WVPI-2020/AA, Workplace Violence and Active Assailant – Prevention, Intervention, and Response Standard and the Guardian SafeSchool Program® standards for school security.
Craig provides expert commentary for national news organizations and is a columnist for Workplace Violence Today magazine. He is also a TEDx presenter and speaker at conferences worldwide on topics related to terrorism, school security, and active shooter violence.
In addition to his role at CIS, Craig is also a lead instructor for the S2 Institute’s Anti-Terrorism Officer course and advanced seminars on security risk assessment, active shooter preparations, physical security, and emergency response planning. His previous students include over 5,000 security and public safety professionals from over 50 nations. He also lectures on security topics for John Jay College of Criminal Justice and presents PSP® exam preparation courses for ASIS International.
Hector Rodriguez, cATO, FCP, CPO
Hector is the Assistant Vice President of Special Projects and a staff consultant focusing on school security, workplace violence, and protection of houses of worship.
Mr. Rodriguez joined Critical Intervention Services in 2003 as a protection officer and progressively rose through the ranks serving in every leadership position until his promotion to Chief of Uniformed Services in 2012.
In 2019, Hector was promoted to Vice President of Protective Services and assumed responsibility for the operations of over 300 security officers, field supervisors, and operations center personnel. As the senior commander for our School Protection Officer division, Hector supervised the implementation of the Guardian SafeSchool Program at ten Tampa Area schools.
In 2022, Hector joined the CIS Special Projects Division as the Assistant Vice President of Special Projects.
K.C. Poulin, cATO, CPS, CPOI
KC is a consultant and expert witness of matters related to workplace violence, community-based public safety, crime prevention, premises liability in multi-family housing, security officer operations, and managing risks of predatory aggression (e.g., workplace violence, stalking, etc.).
As the CEO of CIS, KC is the lead architect of our community-based security and public safety programs and is co-author of two criminal justice textbooks. KC is a veteran expert witness and has provided decisive testimony in multiple premises liability cases.
Over the past three decades, our security consultants have trained over 5,000 security and law enforcement professionals, facility managers, school administrators, faculty members, and corporate employees in measures for managing risks of active shooter violence. Following is a sample of our work from previous webinars and live training events.
As a consultant focused on active shooter risk, there are a number of critical problems that appear as recurring themes during facility assessments—improper use of
While assisting a reporter after the Uvalde shooting, a question was posed that maybe warrants some discussion. During the interview, I described some examples of
One of the most common problems we encounter in our work as security consultants is the absence of safe rooms and secure classrooms capable of
Like many people, I watched the riot at the US Capitol on 6 January unfold live through reporting on TV. And as most, I was
Egress planning is often regarded as a life safety matter with influence on security, but otherwise a discipline independent from physical protection. However, when preparing
Parts 1 and 3 of this series surveyed important principles of physical security and facility preparation for mitigating the consequences of active shooter attacks. Although
Since 1993, our consultants have provided hundreds of interviews to news media organizations related to prevention and response to active shooter violence.
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