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Axia College of University of Phoenix
There are five vital security features that must be followed in order to provide adequate refuge for places of worship and churches. It is very important for each congregation to be educated, work together and be protected in order to run efficiently without being in fear. Each person should have the right to worship in comfort. There are many steps that can be taken that will protect staff as well as attendants of the church.
First, small steps can be taken that will provide a foundation for the overall security of any congregation. Cameras are a great way to deter as well as catch any criminals that may be considering robbery or vandalism. …show more content…
If a security guard is already on site then they are able to respond immediately. Hiring private security also reduces the chance that physical security operations are run properly. Security guards are able to test locks, cameras and alarms to ensure that they are always working properly. Security guards can remain in certain areas or they can monitor cameras and cover a much larger area. With these safeguards in place the church members are able to feel comfortable and enjoy their beliefs without the fear of hate crimes, robbery or vandalism. With everyone safe the staff members are able to do their job in peace and provide a great service for their followers. Now that the church is safe from intruders, it is pertinent that all internal employees and staff members are …show more content…
In the occurrence of the church shootings there are some countermeasures that may have avoided the unnecessary deaths and injuries that transpired. If there had been a security guard on duty then these people could have been stopped before any weapons were fired. Metal detectors could also have alerted the staff and they may have been able to apprehend the suspects before their rampage. Another great idea for any business is to buy and apply flame retardant paint for their establishment. This is especially vital for churches that may be susceptible to vandalism or bombings. This keeps the flames from spreading and destroying the entire building. An additional countermeasure is staff educating. If each staff member is educated on how to react in certain situations then they can combine forces with the security staff to lead the congregation to safety with as little panic as possible. With these precautions being made less people will be injured and there will be much less fatalities. The church could have also had better locks on the doors and windows and could have had cameras so that security would have seen these individuals before they reached the inside of the church. Security measures are important in any business or place where various people