Transportation Security To download the complete 2009 Workshop Catalog, click here Introduction Security is a key element in protecting our nation against terrorist attacks. As important, however, is an All Hazards approach to this issue, making sure that we are also prepared for natural disasters and accidents, as well as the man-made issues. The University of Findlay provides a comprehensive approach to this effort through offering training, education and consulting services for various elements of this sector, including: Truck fleet owners/operators, safety managers and truck drivers # Bus line owners/operators, safety managers, and bus drivers. Maritime Security Officials (including Facility Safety Officers). Importers, exporters, brokers, freight consolidators and others responsible for any link in supply chain security. Airport managers, employees, vendors, contractors and security officials. Dangerous Good specialists, transportation professionals, human resource managers and other DOT HazMat Transporters. UF's primary strength lies in our ability to custom design a program that fits your individual needs. Whether you ship by truck, rail, water, or air, we can assist you in designing and implementing a training program that works for you. Transportation Security Project Summaries Extensive School Safety and Security Program Development and Implementation SEEM is nearly completed with a contract to develop and implement an extensive school safety and security program for a Midwest school system. In the initial phase of the program, both a Safety and a Security Audit were conducted. These audits facilitated the development of a new Emergency Operations Manual for the school district. To test the effectiveness of the Emergency Operations Manual, a series of tabletop exercises will be developed and delivered, culminating in a large, full-scale exercise which will be implemented across the entire school system. This full-scale exercise will also be coordinated with the Community First Responder Network, including: police, fire, EMS, EMA, Public Health Agencies, and other appropriate personnel. The second phase primarily focused on training to these newly created Plans for employees of the school district including bus drivers, teachers and administrators. A two hour informational presentation was also provided to the community to increase awareness and communicate what to expect from the school district in an emergency. Extensive School Safety and Security Program Development and Implementation SEEM is under contract to develop and implement an extensive school safety and security program for a Midwest school system. The program will be implemented in two phases: an initial Awareness Phase, and an Ongoing Training Phase. During the initial Awareness Phase, a 6 to 8-hour awareness training for emergency response and crisis management course will be conducted for all of the school system’s employees - teachers, administrators, coaches, adjuncts, school nurses, cafeteria workers, custodians, etc. A modified 2-hour version of this course will also be conducted for all students and parents. A specialized 2-hour course will be conducted for all school system bus drivers, with the express purpose of informing them of the school systems emergency response plan, and their role in it. During the On-going Training Phase, SEEM will develop and deliver a 3-day Threat Assessment Management Training Course for approximately 15 of the school systems top administrators. The goal will be to implement an ongoing Threat Assessment Management Program at each individual school building in the system. In addition, SEEM will consult with this particular school system on the development of emergency evacuation plans, school building security needs assessments, development of a Hazard Communication Program, and other related efforts. To test the effectiveness of the existing Emergency Operations Plans, a series of tabletop exercises will be developed and delivered, culminating in a large, full-scale exercise which will be implemented across the entire school system. This full-scale exercise will also be coordinated with the Community First Responder Network, including: police, fire, EMS, EMA, Public Health Agencies, and other appropriate personnel. Firearms Simulation Training for Hospital Security Force SEEM delivered on-location Firearms Training Systems (FATS) that involved all forty-five security personnel of a local hospital/medical center. The SEEM instructor coordinated the training schedule and curriculum with the Chief of Security and Management to incorporate departmental policies and procedures into the training. In this case, a greater emphasis was placed on the officer’s verbal communication skills used to deal with a situation that may occur. The goal of the security staff is to diffuse or de-escalate the incident and hopefully eliminate the need for the use of force. The training program included the use of communication and verbal skills, empty-hand techniques, as well as the use of baton, chemical spray and firearms. The training exceeded the expectations of the Chief of Security and will be incorporated into an annual training program for security personnel at the medical center. In the future, The University of Findlay will create additional scenarios that will involve hospital and security staff. These scenarios will be created and filmed at the client’s facilities to enhance future training at not only this medical center, but other medical centers as well. School Safety and Security, All Hazards Approach CD-ROM SEEM/CTP developed a CD-ROM to prepare school employees for terrorist attacks and other acts of violence, as well as preparedness tools for natural disaster and accidents. The purpose of the training CD is to ensure proper planning, prevention, and response in the event of acts including bomb threats, chemical or biological incidents, tornadoes, hazardous materials spills, etc. The goal of the CD is not to frighten, but to educate school personnel on standard techniques and procedures that will help ensure the safety of staff and students if an incident does occur. The CD-ROM is broken down into 10 sections based upon job category, such as teacher, custodian, administrator, school nurse, coach, cafeteria worker, or bus driver. Video scenarios are given for each job category, showing one or more scenes involving a suspicious incident or event. The result of an improper response is then discussed, and a checklist is given of the proper procedures and preparation for such incidents. This checklist can also be printed for a reference, and a resource section presents relevant links for additional material. One major school district in North Central Ohio has purchased over 200 of these CD-ROMs. One CD is included in each of the School District’s Safety Manuals that are distributed to all employees. Simulated Firearms Training for Corporate Security Client SEEM created a two-day training session using Firearms Training Systems (FATS) on location to personnel of a private security firm responsible for the safety and security of an Executive for several Fortune 100 companies. CTP’s instructor coordinated the training schedule and curriculum with the client’s Chief of Security and Management. Additional training scenarios specific to the client’s physical property and facilities will be filmed and produced by SEEM to enhance future training for this particular client.