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AVer Surveillance Products Receives Five Taiwan Excellence Awards
Source: AVer | Date: 12/27/2013 Related tags: AVer , IP cameras , NVR AVer , an international provider of presentation and education solutions, security surveillance solutions and video conferencing solutions, entered 5 surveillance products and amassed an unprecedented 5 awards for the 22nd Taiwan Excellence Awards 2014 against a field of tough competitors. Winning security and surveillance products include: 2 Rugged Series IP cameras FV3028-RTM and FB3028-RT2, the FX3000-R box IP camera as well as 2 NVRs – E5016 pure NVR and E5016H hybrid NVR. “Due to AVer’s superior design capability and the reliable quality we have been awarded 34 Taiwan Excellence Awards in total. We greatly appreciate our customers’ feedback, which is our motivation and inspiration in our continuous pursuit of excellence,”says Andy His, President at Aver. AVer’s surveillance products took home 5 awards really confirming that AVer does offer decent solutions when it comes to security. The Rugged Series IP cameras (network cameras) FV3028-RTM and FB3028-RT2, with their robust housing achieving an IP68 rating for dust and water proofing and their protection against extreme temperatures, as well as the 3-megapixel FX3000-R box camera, with its ability to deal with intense glare or backlighting, continued on from AVer’s strong performance last year by receiving this award. AVer has a strong record with network recorders at the Taiwan Excellence Awards , and the 16 Channel E5016 pure NVR and E5016H hybrid NVR, providing excellent image quality and stability, ideally suited for banks, shopping malls or other public places also […]
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Panasonic Launches Facial Recognition System WV-ASF900 Series
Source: Panasonic | Date: 12/25/2013 Related tags: Panasonic , Video Surveillance Panasonic , an international company of video surveillance cameras and solutions, announced the new release of the WV-ASF900 facial recognition system that runs on Microsoft Windows server with the Panasonic 3 series network cameras. WV-ASF900 adds the face matching, face searching, people counting and the age and gender statistics features to video surveillance systems. Adopting hybrid Intelligent Video architecture, WV-ASF900 provides a high performance and cost effective facial recognition system. The Panasonic 3 series network cameras clip the facial parts of the captured images and the WV-ASF900 identifies the person by comparing the clipped parts with pictures in databases. This hybrid architecture substantially reduces server and network overload. WV-ASF900 supports up to 20 cameras per server and matches 1,000 faces a second. It takes only 3 seconds to search for a person from 5 million faces on the WV-ASF900. The WV-ASF900 Facial Recognition Analytics Platform is useful for surveillance and business. It improves surveillance accuracy and effectiveness and also provides an innovative way to utilize the video information for business intelligence (BI) for better marketing effectiveness, store operations, building layout designs, traffic patterns and more.
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Agent Vi Continues Video Analytics Leadership With ObjectVideo Patent License
Agent Vi provides flexible video analytics solutions, with powerful options for both edge and server based solutions News | CIOL Bureau ROSH HA’AYIN, ISRAEL & RESTON, USA: Agent Vi, a global leader in open architecture video analytics software solutions, jointly announced the signing of a patent license agreement with ObjectVideo. The worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-bearing license to ObjectVideo’s portfolio of 55 patents provides Agent Vi, its customers and partners, protection for current and future Agent Vi products. Itsik Kattan, CEO of Agent Vi, said: "Agent Vi has been a leading provider of video analytics solutions for the past 10 years, maintaining this leading position through continued innovation and significant global expansion. Our commitment to our ecosystem of product users, sales channels and integration partners has always been our highest priority, and we are happy to have reached this agreement which allows us to shield our ecosystem through a stronger intellectual property foundation." "Agent Vi provides flexible video analytics solutions, with powerful options for both edge and server based solutions," said Raul Fernandez, chairman of ObjectVideo. "We are very pleased to add Agent Vi’s complete product portfolio to the growing list of ‘risk-free’ analytics solutions on the market. Adding Agent Vi to the global roster of licensed video analytics manufacturers further demonstrates the value of ObjectVideo’s patent portfolio to manufacturers regardless of their location and the markets they serve. ObjectVideo’s patent licensees include the leading global developers of video analytics from Israel, Asia, Europe and North America." ObjectVideo holds 55 US […]
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Wisconsin’s Rep Larson Introduces Bill Preventing Schools From Collecting Biometric Data
Rep. Tom Larson (R-Colfax) introduced a bill barring schools from collecting or using students’ biometric data, such as blood pressure, without their parents’ or guardians’ consent. No school district in Wisconsin is known to engage in these practices. In fact, no Wisconsin law exists regarding the collection or usage of biometric data one way or another, but times are changing fast. “As technology and teaching methods evolve, who can say what’s coming ten, twenty or thirty years down the road?” Larson asked. Larson said his bill is about preventing a potential problem. “I believe the legislature owes it to students and their families to be proactive and address the issue of biometric data before it can become a problem.” Larson introduced the bill in response to a recommendation from the Assembly Select Committee on Common Core Standards.
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NYCHA On Track To Complete CCTV Installation At City Council-Funded Developments By End Of 2013
“Since my appointment as Chairman, we have taken decisive, proactive measures and have made cost-effective choices to ensure a long-term, sustainable approach to security, which has resulted in the installation of more than 5,000 closed-circuit television cameras at more than 500 buildings in the past four-and-a-half years alone,” said NYCHA Chairman John B. Rhea. “As we outlined in Plan NYCHA, all of these process improvements are a direct result of NYCHA’s commitment to making our developments safer and more secure for our residents and communities.” In 2009, NYCHA formed the Safety and Security Task Force, bringing together resident leaders, NYCHA management and the New York City Police Department, as well as other law enforcement stakeholders, to determine how best to utilize allocated funds, and find solutions to improve and strengthen NYCHA communities. The Task Force’s early findings suggested that NYCHA review and evaluate all new CCTV-related construction that had not yet been initiated. The effort led to a more comprehensive, standardized security model that would maximize the use of the City Council’s financial investment, while ensuring community support. The resulting Safety and Security Program included a universal platform for the selection and placement of security enhancements; and a comprehensive approach to security, known as layered access control, which includes modern intercoms and technologically advanced cameras. In 2010, NYCHA had $42 million to provide security enhancements for 85 designated developments. After presenting the new security system options to City Council Members, NYCHA sought and obtained buy-in for the use of […]
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Integrated Security System Goes Live At Thailand’s Ratchaprasong Square
Home » business » Integrated security system set up at Ratchaprasong Square The Ratchaprasong Square Trade Association and its members have set up an integrated security system, which it says is the country’s biggest and most extensive, to ensure the safety and confidence of tourists in the central Bangkok shopping district during the New Year celebrations. In cooperation with Panasonic Siew Sales (Thailand) Co, the RSTA has spent Bt5 million to upgrade 83 closed-circuit TV cameras to include full high-definition viewing, 30-times zooming and panoramic recording. Ratchaprasong’s CCTV control centre also had a major upgrade with new software to connect the networks of more than 1,500 security cameras in 12 malls and hotels into a single system. The association also strengthened its cooperation with the Royal Thai Police to help reduce crime in the area. "All members of the RSTA, namely Gaysorn Shopping Centre, Amarin Plaza, CentralWorld, Erawan Bangkok, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, InterContinental Bangkok, Holiday Inn Bangkok, Four Seasons Bangkok, Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong, Maneeya Center, President Tower Arcade, and the Erawan Shrine have joined with the Royal Thai Police to set up a security solution for the district under three core strategies. These are technology, personnel, and proactive and defensive measures," RSTA president Chai Srivikorn said. "The result is a unified security system of the highest efficiency designed specifically for our square. It is considered the biggest and most comprehensive security-system network in Thailand, which can be used to prevent or reduce the crime rate to zero. "Our […]
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Physical Security Market [Video Surveillance, Access Control, Biometrics, Security Consulting] Worth $85.51 Billion By 2018
December 24, 2013 — (PRWEB) December 24, 2013 The report "Physical Security Market By Products (Video surveillance, Access Control, Biometrics, Intrusion Detection, Security Systems), Services (Remote Management, Technical Support, Security Consulting) Worldwide Market Forecasts and Analysis (2013 2018)", analyzes and studies the major market drivers, restraints, and opportunities in North America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific (including Japan) and Latin America. Browse 138 market data tables and 32 figures spread through 230 pages and in-depth TOC on Physical Security Market. http://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html Early buyers will receive 10% customization on this report. The study reports that the global physical security market is expected to grow from $55.59 billion in 2013 to $85.51 billion in 2018, at a CAGR of 9.0% from 2013 to 2018. A wide range of products and services, such as video surveillance, access control, biometrics, remote management, technical support, security consulting, are included in the Physical Security Market. Biometrics holds a major share in the products range. It is expected that access control market will continue to grow at a higher pace. The physical security market will witness a good growth in developing economies. There will be a rise in demand for physical security solutions and services in these regions. With an increase in terrorist attacks and sabotages on critical infrastructure zones, the spending on physical security solutions and services will increase in the coming years. Besides, increase in market acceptance for such solutions and services will be fueling its growth. End […]
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Japan Pushes Next-Generation Surveillance Techniques
TOKYO — Projects are under way at Japanese universities to develop new personal authentication technologies using individuals’ habits and unconscious behaviors that are hard to be imitated, hoping to turn them into commercial use by 2020. Conventional methods use fingerprints, irides and facial images to prevent personal fraud. Experts warn these security methods are still vulnerable to identity theft. A research team led by Yuji Watanabe, an associate professor at Nagoya City University, is working on software designed to discern people’s identities from movements and the speed at which their fingers operate smartphones. The software also aims to capture particular habits when users touch handsets for the first time. The system is said to verify identification with an accuracy of more than 93%. The university hopes to start joint development of the system with companies within a few years. A team led by Mutsumi Watanabe, a professor at Kagoshima University, is developing a system to recognize people’s identities through handwriting done in the air with fingers. This handwriting is said to be distinct from person to person. The technology is expected to be used at security gates in schools and offices. A team led by professor Yoshinobu Kajikawa of Kansai University is studying a biometric authentication method that focuses on people’s lip motion. It can verify identities with 94% accuracy. A gait recognition system, developed by professor Yasushi Yagi of Osaka University, will soon be put into practical use […]
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Phnom Penh International Airport Deployed Aimetis VMS Solution
http://www.asmag.com/project/BuyersGuide-ControlPanel/index.htm Source: Aimetis | Date: 12/23/2013 Related tags: Aimetis , airport management solution Summary Phnom Penh International Airport has deployed Aimetis Symphony video management and video analytics software, improving passenger and cargo security, while improving operational efficiency throughout their expanding infrastructure. Phnom Penh International Airport is the Kingdom ‘Capital City’s airport of Cambodia totaling over 20,000 square meters of passenger terminal space and 6,500 square meters of cargo capacity. With 2 million passengers annually, critical monitoring for passenger safety both in the terminal and in the cargo area will continue to become more demanding. Security professionals require improved monitoring tools to ensure their mandate of customer safety is achieved. Challenge With more than 2 million passengers traveling through 26,000 square meters of monitoring space, there has been a significant increase in the amount of monitoring required for passenger safety. The previous security system did not provide the necessary image quality, retention and flexibility needed for successful passenger monitoring, recording and alarm management. Solution “With the installation of Aimetis Symphony, we have improved our passenger and cargo monitoring, lengthened our video storage capabilities as well as customizing proactive video analytics. This has led to an overall strengthening of our security system and advancing our monitoring capabilities ,” Phnom Penh Airport Security Manager. Aimetis Symphony was the intelligent video management software of choice due to the analytic capabilities, the intuitive user interface and also it’s open system architecture. This allowed the Phnom Penh Airport the opportunity to customize the installation directly to their […]
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Matthew McCoy Joins Arecont As Director of Strategic Accounts
Source: Arecont Vision | Date: 12/23/2013 Related tags: Arecont , personnel Arecont Vision , provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the appointment of Matthew McCoy as the Company’s new Director of Strategic Accounts. Mr. McCoy spent more than 25 year in the security industry, where he has developed and refined his skills with companies such as ADT/Tyco, Convergint and recently with Avigilon. “Matt has been a pioneer in identifying and aligning clients’ emerging technology needs with products and services,” said Carole Dougan, Vice President of North America Sales, Arecont Vision. “His expertise in this area will be a great asset both to our customers and to Arecont Vision as we intensify our focus on raising the standard of IP video surveillance with megapixel camera technology.” As Director of Strategic Accounts, Mr. McCoy will be responsible for driving sales at Arecont Vision’s select national systems integrators. His strong relationship building skills and ability to plan and conduct sales initiatives will help him to take advantage of opportunities and to expand sales of the company’s industry leading megapixel camera technology.
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Euromicron Extends Security Expertise With Two Acquisitions
German network infrastructure services provider Euromicron is acquiring SIM Secure Information Management, based in Rhineland-Palatinate, and ATEC Advanced-Technology Solution from Switzerland. The deals are part of the company’s long term strategy of expanding its production expertise in the field of high-tech security and surveillance technologies, in particular all types of optoelectronic and microelectronic products. Euromicron is acquiring 80 percent stakes in each of the two companies, which develop tailored product and system solutions such as laser-based video surveillance systems, automatic sign recognition, mobile mesh networks, tap-proof mobile communications and radiation-proof building infrastructures for mobile and fixed-line communication via fibre optics. The companies generate sales in the lower double-digit million euro range. The purchase price is in the single-digit millions. The existing managing partners and company founders will continue to manage the group and remain co-shareholders with a 10 percent stake each.
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Digital Ally Awarded Statewide Contract With West Virginia
LENEXA, KS–(Marketwired – Dec 30, 2013) – Digital Ally, Inc. ( NASDAQ : DGLY ), which develops, manufactures and markets advanced video surveillance products for law enforcement, homeland security and commercial applications, today announced that it has been awarded a "sole-source" contract with the State of West Virginia to supply in-car video systems and related equipment to the state’s highway patrol department. The initial one-year contract, which was effective December 15, 2013 and includes a provision for two one-year renewals, authorizes the purchase of Digital Ally’s in-car video systems, particularly the DVM-750 , for installation in state trooper vehicles. The West Virginia State Police, which includes over 600 sworn officers, operates and maintains an active fleet of over 500 cruisers throughout the state. The Company expects to receive a significant purchase order from West Virginia in the first quarter of 2014 for the initial deployment of DVM-750 units and anticipates that the state will attempt to deploy in-car video systems in its entire fleet of vehicles during 2014 and 2015. "This represents the 26 th state contract our Company has received for in-car video systems and/or LIDAR speed enforcement products and the 5 th ‘sole-source’ contract involving in-car video systems," stated Stanton E. Ross, Chief Executive Officer of Digital Ally, Inc. "The contract allows all other agencies, spending units and political subdivisions within the State of West Virginia, including state, county and municipal law enforcement agencies, to buy Digital Ally’s in-car video systems at the same prices and on […]
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IndigoVision Enhances Eagle Control Centre
“With over 150 vendors at All Over IP, winning ‘Best Management Software’ is a fantastic achievement, especially considering the formidable competition from Axxonsoft, Avigilon, Verint and Milestone.” stated Jurgen Klijn, Indigovision’s EMEA Regional Sales Director. “This new release means that the ‘Best Management Software’ is now even better.” added John Semple, Indigovision’s Head of Product Management. “Control Center Eagle v11.1’s new software enhancements make it by far the best video management software for enterprise security systems.” Control Center Eagle v11.1 enhancements include improved evidence management with better administrator security, one click replay of all live cameras, export enhancements and new timeline controls, allowing easier export management. There is also better mobile device support including iOS7 support, and the third party camera performance has also been improved with native MJPEG support, improved Camera Gateway performance and lower bandwidth. Control Center Eagle has inbuilt ONVIF IP camera support, so it can record from over 300 non-ONVIF IP camera models through Indigovision’s Camera Gateway, and is fully compatible with all Indigovision IP cameras and analogue encoders released since 2003. Indigovision’s Software Upgrade Plan (SUP) allows any Indigovision customer with an active SUP agreement to have access to the latest version of Control Center. SecurityWorldHotel.com Download the SecurityWorldHotel Year Book
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Everfocus Is Expected To Present New XMS At Intersec 2014
Intersec, one of the biggest trading events for Security and Safety industries serving the wider Middle East and North Africa region, will take place from January 19 to January 21, 2014. EverFocus is expected to highlight their latest developments at intersec 2014, showcasing the innovations in IP Cameras, NVRs, HD-SDI products and Mobile Solutions with different vertical market scenarios. Moreover, EverFocus will also present their New Solutions, including XMS, eZ.IP Connect , Mobile solutions and HS-SDI solution. TAKE CONTROL through XMS XMS is a high performance management system that enables you to connect, work, and control all the surveillance products easily including cameras, portable devices and also connect with ATMs, POS machine, LPR systems, access control and alarms. Experience the Plug & Play Surveillance through eZ.IP eZ.IP Solution is another highlight of EverFocus during intersec 2014. eZ.IP Connect Solution is the ideal solution for small and medium houses and business offices as well as various occasions that needs the applications of remote monitoring and network video transmission. It provides Plug & Play Surveillance for users to simply connect with cameras and NVRs with smart-phones and start to operate the IP system without any hassle setting. Mobile-specific IP cameras for transportation applications Mobile has always been one of the EverFocus’ focuses, EverFocus launched EMN mobile-specific IP cameras for transportation applications in 2013 and they are expected to present it at intersec this time. EMN series mini mobile IP dome comes with three models, 1.3 MP, 2 MP, and 3 MP, […]
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IPVideo Corporation Names Brian Fishler of Huntington Director of Business Development
Long Island Press Releases & News (Bay Shore, NY) Bay Shore-based IPVideo Corporation , a leading manufacturer of Video Management Systems (VMS) and Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) solutions, has named Brian Fishler of Huntington, NY as the Director of Business Development. Fishler, a 22-year veteran of the security industry, is an expert in video security technology and integration. Brian Fishler of Huntington, NY is a 22-year veteran of the security industry and an expert in video security technology and integration. As Director of Business Development for IPVideo Corporation, Fishler’s primary focus will be on working directly with security integrators to bring IPVideo Corporation’s advanced VMS and PSIM, technologies to schools, government facilities and corporations in the New York Metropolitan Area and the Mid-Atlantic Region. IPVideo Corporation sells its industry leading product line though its exclusive dealer channel. Fishler will be responsible for educating integrators, architects, engineers and others about the advantages of using company’s best in class technology. “Brian Fishler’s knowledge, expertise and energy have already proven to be an asset for IPVideo Corporation. His industry knowledge in the area of video surveillance allows him to easily educate integrators about the many benefits our Sentry VMS product line and other services we offer,” said David Antar, President of IPVideo Corporation. “IPVideo Corporation offers a feature-rich, yet simple and easy-to-use VMS product with no cost licenses and complimentary software upgrades, offering a high ROI to customers. I am committed to bringing IPVideo’s industry-leading technology and systems to clients through […]
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Game Of ‘Surveillance Camera Destruction’ Hits The United States
cameras The previously discussed trend of making a game out of breaking as many public surveillance cameras as possible, known as Camover , appears to have crossed the Atlantic, with a team calling themselves the Barefoot Bandit Brigade claiming a score of 17 in Washington state: 17 Security Cameras Disabled and Destroyed in Puget Sound Region — In the opening weeks of February, 2013, we have removed and destroyed 17 security cameras throughout the Puget Sound region. This act is concrete sabotage against the system of surveillance and control. It is also a message of solidarity and a wish of strength to the Seattle Grand Jury Resisters, those currently incarcerated and those not. Finally, this act announces our participation in the game of CAMOVER, called for by comrades in Germany.
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Russian Blast Caught On Security Cameras
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How In-Store Analytics Is Changing The Way You Shop
Apple’s Latest iPhone Models Go On Sale Across U.S. Andrew Burton/Getty Most of us have accepted the fact that when we log on to a website, web cookies are tracking our every click. That’s how sites like this can tell what people are reading and what they’re ignoring, which all helps inform what those sites publish next. The same goes for e-commerce sites. If you click a pair of shoes at Saks.com several times, maybe even drop it into a virtual shopping cart, it’s likely you’ll see ads for that exact shoe hours, even days, later. Whether or not you bought the shoes only matters a little. Cookies allow e-commerce sites to track consumer behavior, which in turn better informs what each site looks like, what kinds of products it offers and where else on the web it buys ads. Retailers want to be able to gather the same data that they gather online at their brick-and-mortar stores. Until recently, that hasn’t been possible. The advent of smartphones, however, means that retailers are increasingly able to track your every move. And just like there are multiple analytics platforms on the web — from Google Analytics to my particular favorite, Omniture — there are dozens of in-store analytics programs, too, many of which have received millions of dollars in venture capital funding over the past couple of years. The one you’re most likely to encounter initially is iBeacon, which was developed by Apple . It works with your iPhone’s Bluetooth […]
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Chatham County GA Park Gets More Security Cameras Following Illicit Activities
Chatham County plans to install surveillance cameras at L. Scott Stell Park after reports of vandalism and thefts. Signage at the park warns visitors to protect their valuables. Marcus E. Howard/Savannah Morning News ” src=”http://sav-cdn.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/story_slideshow_thumb/12897297.jpg”> <p node="media-caption">Chatham County plans to install surveillance cameras at L. Scott Stell Park after reports of vandalism and thefts. Signage at the park warns visitors to protect their valuables. Marcus E. Howard/Savannah Morning News </p> Thievery, vandalism and sexcapades continue to wreak havoc at Chatham County’s L. Scott Stell Park. At the request of the county Public Works and Park Services Department, Chatham County commissioners have approved a contract to buy four additional high-definition surveillance cameras at the park just off Little Neck Road with the hope of discouraging further problems. The thefts and repairs resulting from the vandalism, according to department officials, have cost the county an estimated $10,000. “Because the place is so isolated, they’ve stolen equipment we have, like weed eaters and lawnmowers,” said Lorenzo Bryant, the department’s recreation manager. “They have a lot of vandalism that occurs out there; so you have to go out on a regular basis.” The problems have occurred over the past four years, according to officials. Last year, thieves twice broke into a storage shed and stole a utility vehicle. About 300-feet of chain link fencing has also been taken. Security cameras, as well as a gate, were installed near the park’s shed in the summer of 2012 at the large recreation park, which has […]
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Utah Schools Run Lockdown Drills, A Year After Sandy Hook
Since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn., one year ago, local school districts have been making changes and improvements to ensure student safety. Soon after the shooting, the Ogden School District, Weber School District and Davis School District started to examine safety procedures. Each district changed and fine-tuned procedures. "It’s natural to reflect on our own security and what can be done," Weber School District spokesman Nate Taggart said. Officials in the Davis and Weber districts said they looked at better ways to work with the several police departments in their districts. District officials sat down with officers from each police jurisdiction to come up with some standard protocols. "When you are dealing with children that can’t defend themselves in chaos, consistency is key to preserving the safety of our kids," said Kaysville Police Chief Sol Oberg. Leaders in the Weber and Ogden school districts also looked to parents for help and input. The Davis School District recently held a mock disaster drill, and Ogden School District safety administrator Zac Williams said a mock disaster drill is possibly on the horizon for his district. Davis School District Fairfield Junior High School in Kaysville came to a standstill Wednesday afternoon after an announcement came over the intercom that the school was in the midst of a lockdown. (It was, of course, only a drill.) Several minutes passed before 11 police officers from Kaysville, Layton and Syracuse, along with three K-9 dogs, began checking locked […]
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