Terrorism & Safety

Personal freedoms have certainly suffered since September 11, and there has been a huge increase in the cost of doing business, and even the cost of living has gone up. The cost of new and future regulations has taken their toll. You now must look at finding ways to make sure the person who delivers our packages, materials and equipment is who he or she says he is. A well-planned security program will encompass a number of efforts, paying special attention to screening and background checks for personnel, training security professionals and in-house staff; preventing unauthorized entry and controlling access; actively and effectively safeguarding and protecting sensitive materials; periodically inspecting security controls and audits; establishing levels of accountability; enforcement and authorization; controlling chemical disposal efforts; developing access restrictions and controlling movement within the facility; continuously evaluating and monitoring personnel and sensitive areas; developing education programs in information security; and applying security techniques, devices, procedures and policies.