Measures to Enhance Student and Staff Security

Measures to Enhance Student
and Staff Security

This section of the framework discusses the use of policies and procedures, anti-intruder programs, closed campuses, risk management, closer adult supervision, increased police presence, crime watch programs and staff training to enhance the physical security of students and staff.

Explanations (Summaries, Articles)

ERIC Clearinghouse on Assessment and Evaluation, (1992). Staying Safe at School. Survival Skills for Teachers Series
Gerl GJ, (1991). Thwarting intruder violence in our schools. NASSP Bulletin
Gaustad J. School security. ERIC Digest
Gaustad J, (1994). Risk management, ERIC Digest
B.C. Teachers' Federation. Health and Safety for Teachers
Safe Schools and Violence Prevention Office, (1997). Closed Campuses
Youth Crime Watch of America, (nd). Youth Crime Watch
Gaustad J. (1999). The Fundamentals of School Security. ERIC Digest.
Measures to Ensure School Security.
Creating Safe and Drug-Free Schools: An Action Guide. (1996). Uniforms.
National Education Association. Cultivate safe helpful climates by establishing stron and responsive adult presences.
Isaacson LA. (1998). Student Dress Codes.
Dorn M. 1998. Make School Safety a Priority.
Trump KS. 1999. Reducing Violence in Schools: Ideas That Work.

Evidence (Reports, Research Reviews, Major Case Studies)

ERIC Clearinghouse on Assessment and Evaluation. Safety Initiatives in Urban Public Schools
Gaustad J. (1999). The Fundamentals of School Security. ERIC Digest.

Examples (Canadian and Other Examples)

Resources

-Planning Guides

Resources on Security Measures
Creating Safe and Drug-Free Schools: An Action Guide. (1996). Uniforms.
Center for the Prevention of School Violence. (nd). How to Determine If Your School is Secure, Safe, Orderly.

-Programs and Materials

ERIC Clearinghouse on Assessment and Evaluation, (1992). Staying Safe at School. Survival Skills for Teachers Series
B.C. Teachers' Federation. Health and Safety for Teachers

-Policy Examples