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As the beginning of the new school year fast approaches, it is essential for parents, students, administrators, and staff to come together and review the information below.

In his mid-20s, Christopher Gillespie’s love of travel and adventure prompted him to enlist in the U.S. military. “My buddy was joining the Navy and although I never thought of joining the service before, I decided it was a great way to serve my country, see the world and propel a solid career,” explains Christopher. He was right.

On July 22nd, 2023, news broke of a hospital shooting in Portland, Oregon. One security guard was fatally shot by a visitor who was reportedly threatening hospital staff. Unfortunately, gun violence is on the rise nationwide, particularly in accessible, populated areas like hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Strength comes from brushing up on the basics and regular exposure to the wide variety of images and evolving threat presentations. Screeners at Enhanced Protection Services client sites throughout the globe benefit from a regular workout opportunity when connecting with experienced bomb technicians through the company’s SmartTech® technology.

During a midnight screening at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado, 24-year-old James Holmes set off tear gas grenades and shot into the audience with multiple firearms. Twelve people were killed and 70 others were injured. This incident occurred more than a decade ago yet, unfortunately, active shooter incidents continue to be on the rise. According to Gun Violence Archive, there have been over 370 mass shootings already this year that took the lives of more than 377 people.

Coming from a strong law enforcement family background, Jesikah Waite enlisted in the Army with a desire to serve in the military police. During basic training, an opportunity came up for canine handlers and Jesikah volunteered – along with a considerable number of other soldiers. “I am not even sure why I volunteered. I never even pet a large dog,” she recalls with a chuckle. Turns out Jesikah was selected as one of just 12 soldiers to go to Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX, for canine training.

Venues require a specific strategy and a road map, including facility orientation

Venues require a specific strategy and a road map, including facility orientation

Venues require a specific strategy and a road map, including facility orientation

The first recorded mail bomb was sent as part of the “Bandbox Plot” in 1712. It was named after a type of hatbox sent to Robert Harley, the Earl of Oxford and British lord treasurer. The box, with a thread fastened to the lid, contained three pistols set to shoot the recipient opening the box. According to the story, as the Earl began to open the box, author Jonathan Swift, who was also in the room, suspected foul play and disarmed the device. Over three centuries later, mail-borne terror remains a very real and persistent threat.