The paper from the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools outlines the different types of technology used for detecting weapons, including physical detection systems, brandished weapon detection, gunshot detection, and X-ray detection. These technologies all have their own strengths and limitations, but when integrated into a larger safety framework, they can contribute to deterrence, detection, delay, and response in the event of an active shooter incident.

Overall, they play a The paper discusses the importance of setting realistic expectations for weapons detection technology and the need for a multi-step approach to effectively detect and mitigate threats.

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PASS K12 Whitepaper- What is Weapons Detection?

The Safer Buildings Coalition (SBC) is an organization focused on improving communication for first responders and building occupants during emergencies. SBC's mission revolves around three pillars: 911 calls and texts, mobile mass notifications, and first responder communications.

They have several initiatives, including 911 inside, school safety, 911 location accuracy and indoor mapping, workforce development, and developing new. In this episode, the Safety Circuit podcast takes a deep dive into the critical issue of in-building communications for emergency response. They discuss the challenges of poor wireless signals in buildings and how this can have a direct impact on emergency response times.

The Safety Circuit podcast, the hosts take a deep dive into the Rescue in Color Bleeding Control Kits, which are designed to provide individuals with the necessary tools and knowledge to respond to bleeding emergencies. The kit is created by experts with a focus on intuition under stress, and it includes practical features like clear instructions and versatile tools. It is also compliant with state laws mandating bleeding control kits in schools, and users are protected by Good Samaritan laws.

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Rescue in Color

Mobile classrooms, also known as learning cottages or modulars, are an important part of schools but they bring unique challenges when it comes to safety and security. The Partnership Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS K12) has developed a white paper on how to turn mobile classrooms into secure learning spaces. This involves identifying vulnerabilities and implementing a layered security approach.

To read the full White Paper click the link below:

PASS K-12 White Paper

The Violence Prevention Project (VPP) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit research center that focuses on reducing violence through rigorous and accessible research. Founded by Dr. Gillian Peterson, a psychologist, and Dr. James Densely, a sociologist, VPP takes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding violence. Their team and advisory board bring diverse backgrounds and real-world experience, which shapes their research and makes it applicable and relevant. VPP maintains databases, such as the US Mass Shootings and Shooters.

The Violence Prevention Project Website

In this episode, This podcast is exploring the latest trends in school safety, based on a report that uses data from the Cetegix platform, as well as insights from school safety leaders. The report emphasizes the shift towards evidence-based decision making and the benefits of creating a school culture that prioritizes safety. We cover topics like the shift towards prevention and mitigation over preparation for extreme emergencies, the rise of wearable technology for employee empowerment, the necessity of interoperability and safety technology, reaching everyone with on-site notifications, the critical role of mapping for emergency response, and visitor management as part of a broader safety platform strategy.

For the full report, click the link below:

Centegix 2025 Trends Report

Moss Clubs are a student-led initiative aimed at empowering young people to take an active role in school safety and building a positive and inclusive school environment. The club provides a structure, known as the "powers" framework, for students to approach safety from multiple angles, including preparedness, observation, willingness, education, response, and support. The club offers practical guidance for starting and running meetings, as well as suggestions for service projects and activities. The episode encourages school leaders to consider the potential impact of prioritizing and integrating student-led initiatives like this.

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MOSS Handbook

In this episode we take a deep dive into the Pinellas County Sherriff's Office (PCSO) "Family Reunification Centers." This is part of a detailed plan for managing the aftermath of a mass casualty event developed by PCSO. They have created a Family Reunification Center (FRC) which is a designated, secure location for friends and family to gather away from the chaotic scene. The FRC is equipped with temporary structures and trained personnel to provide comfort and support for potentially large numbers of people.

The full press release can be found here:

Inside the Star : FRC

In this episode of the Safety Circuit podcast, the hosts discuss their deep dive into the FBI's 2024 summary of active shooter incidents. They break down the key facts, locations, shooters, casualties, and outcomes of the 24 incidents documented in the report. They emphasize the importance of using this data to inform and adapt to the landscape of potential threats and to challenge assumptions about where and how to focus security and response planning efforts.

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2024 FBI Active Shooter Report

This deep dive explores a specific section of the 2024 FBI Active Shooter report from the Behavioral Analysis Unit 1 (BAU1) regarding the prevention of active shooter incidents. BAU 1 is part of the FBI's Critical Incident Response Group and focuses on using behavioral science before an event occurs to identify risk and manage it through threat assessment and management principles. 

It also discusses the distinction between predatory and spontaneous violence, the role of mental health as a risk factor, and how threat assessment and threat management principles can guide prevention strategies.

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2024 FBI Active Shooter Report