Bolster Your Security: Threat Assessments and Target Hardening
On a daily basis, facilities managers must remain vigilant to a variety of possible threats.
Nov 20, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Threat Assessment, Target Hardening
On a daily basis, facilities managers must remain vigilant to a variety of possible threats.
Oct 30, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Ballistic Glass, Custom Fabrication, Target Hardening
Ballistic glass is heavy-duty protection that can be installed in anything from an office building to a vehicle. It is one of the most indestructible types of bulletproof glass and it's been a literal lifesaver for plenty of people around the globe. It's a good example of target hardening, a technique where property owners can add layers of security to their building and grounds. When everything from storefronts to schools is being attacked these days, it pays to take extra precautions. The stronger your defenses are, the more difficult it is for a criminal to hit their mark. And even if a criminal can't see the thick glass from a distance, it provides another obstacle, which can force them to abandon a structure.
Oct 16, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Critical Infrastructure, Counter Terrorism, Target Hardening
Target hardening measures are techniques used to make a property more difficult for another to infiltrate. Whether it's a petty thief or a merciless terrorist, the building, structure, and grounds are designed to present multiple obstacles to a criminal, so they eventually become frustrated and move on. The more work they need to do and the more danger it presents, the less likely they are to follow through with the plan. When we think of terrorists, we tend to think of those that make the headlines. From crashed planes to bombed buildings, these heinous acts are often intended for high-profile properties. The problem with these associations is that it can give us an impression that smaller organizations aren't at risk. Yet the truth is that anyone and anything can be a terrorist target. It helps to understand the techniques that can stop an attack long before it actually occurs, and how crime prevention can be fully integrated into everyday life.
Sep 25, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt
Security professionals know that a visible defense strategy can delay — or completely deter — an attack on a facility. From anti-theft devices to armed patrols, a variety of target hardening techniques can aid you with crime prevention efforts at your site.
Sep 18, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Threat Assessment, Target Hardening
What exactly is target hardening?
Aug 21, 2020 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Threat Assessment, Target Hardening
Target hardening is not usually a term that you'll hear applied to standard home security, but this doesn't mean it's not a familiar concept to homeowners. Nearly all owners will use some degree of target hardening as a means to protect themselves, their families, and (what is likely to be) the largest investment they've ever made. What is target hardening? All it means is making an area more difficult to access. The more effort a criminal has to make to get what they want, the more likely it is they'll look elsewhere for their meal ticket. We'll look at what this means for your home and the best ways to implement the tactics.
Aug 7, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt
Target hardening has the potential to make any structure or property safer from threats. From high-profile buildings to out-of-the-way sheds, target hardening crime prevention is a security tactic that can be used by anyone to make it harder for a criminal to penetrate their walls or boundaries. There are numerous target hardening measures that a person might take though, and one size does not fit all. Homeowners might get a dog to dissuade burglars, while a politician might insist on ballistic glass to prevent bullets from penetrating their car. We'll look at the many examples of target hardening in the real world and how they're used to button up vulnerabilities and give everyone a little more peace of mind.
Jul 24, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Counter Terrorism, Special Forces Training
Many critical infrastructure industries are tasked with providing initial and ongoing tactical training to staff in certain roles. The most effective tactical training utilizes solutions that replicate real-life equipment and situations and teaches fundamentals like positioning and safety as well as advanced skills.
Jul 17, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Critical Infrastructure, Counter Terrorism, Target Hardening
When you’re protecting your buildings, the first line of defense is detracting intruders. That means enhancing the security of your building, hence hardening the target, to help prevent attacks and deter penetration of your defenses. This could be from the external view of the property to the internal infrastructure.
Jul 10, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Critical Infrastructure, Custom Fabrication
Kontek offers a myriad of CLD fencing products to help you secure your residential or commercial property, preventing entrance from criminals and other threats and improving sense of security for those you're tasked with protecting. The most effective security plans consist of multiple layers of protection, starting with a high-quality, intentional security fence and Kontek Industries in partnership with CLD fencing provides the widest range of options to meet the unique needs of your household or your organization.