Physical

Pennsylvania’s South Williamsport Area School District (SWASD) has announced it is deploying an AI-based gun detection technology. 

In such a large industry, manufacturing risks can come from threat actors as well as well-meaning employees who make a mistake.

Danielle Weddepohl, Director of Public Safety and Emergency Management at George Brown College, discusses how to promote wellness among security teams.

Many properties still rely on brass keys, manual processes, and disconnected digital tools, all of which appear functional but quietly create operational drag.

Every summer, as the temperature rises across the U.S., families, young children, and other people looking to cool down flock to fill our 10.7 million private and public pools. Yet, what the New York Times calls a ‘public health crisis’ lurks in waiting.

Protecting 14 campuses and learning centers is almost herculean. But that’s what the security team of Portland Community College (PCC) in Portland, Oregon does for one of the Northwest’s largest college systems. 

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is being sued by the Department of Labor for wrongful termination of an employee who fell while delivering mail.

Security magazine highlights a variety of access control products.

Burnout can happen at any level of an organization, especially in a fast-paced environment like security.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration released 2024 workplace injury and illness data collected from its Injury Tracking Application.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) initiated an inspection of a Wilkes-Barre roofing contractor, 3 Guys Home Improvement Inc.

As tariff uncertainty swirls, businesses may be at greater risk for theft and vandalism. 

Effective collaboration between security operators, facility teams, and other departments is essential for the smooth functioning of any organization.

Ensuring campus safety is a complex effort, and security leaders can’t carry it all on their shoulders.

Outdated PIAM systems are no match for today’s needs — next-generation solutions bring AI and scalability to the forefront.

For organizations that require robust perimeter security, thermal-based AI offers not just peace of mind but also tangible operational benefits.

Security leaders share insights and best practices to ensure safety in the transportation industry.

In an increasingly dangerous era of global instability with evolving threats, crisis planning and mitigation is crucial. 

Security magazine talks with Kaitlyn Albertoli, CEO of Buzz Solutions, about the importance of security for power utility substations.

Implementing ballistic-resistant solutions requires strategic planning to align security, cost-effectiveness and compliance with regulations. 

Bored locks with visual status indicators elevate security and privacy in everyday spaces.

Schools can benefit from transitioning to hybrid cloud video security solutions.

An extensive security strategy for commercial buildings must balance defenses against external vulnerabilities with targeted measures to neutralize internal risks.

Kash Patel has been sworn in as ninth Director of the FBI. 

Perimeter protection is essential for organizations across all sectors, serving as the first line of defense against potential threats.

3 strategies that leverage innovative solutions to combat organized retail theft.

The unfortunate reality is that tragic events, such as school shootings or violent incidents, have become a part of national discourse. 

The 2025 State of Physical Security Report.

Douglas Horsting, Manager of Organized Retail Crime & Special Investigations/Law Enforcement Liaison at Rite Aid, shares his insights on successfully partnering with law enforcement.

Outsourcing a GSOC can provide a number of benefits, but it has to be done correctly.