CAI-NJ June 2018 (w)

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a. Hardening of the location – making the location more difficult to access. b. Separating the occupants from the attackers – develop security measures that can isolate potential victims in a secure area out of harm’s way. c. Develop the ability to identify threats to the location – suspicious activity reporting, identify possible surveillance of the location and other threat vectors that can raise the attractiveness of the location as a target – VIP tenants, high profile events etc. (Q) Should a condo, co-op or commercial facility have training in place on an annual basis? (A) Annual training can be part of preparedness pro- gram, however the amount of information that may need to be conveyed and the time required for presentation may not suite the audience. Determine what method is best for your population. A monthly newsletter may be an effective means of educating your tenants.

(Q) What should a building manager do to alert authorities before a situation escalates? What should be signs of concerns? (A) Assuming the emergency is not one that is reported through an automatic alarm device like a fire alarm or smoke detector, building staff should report the issue to 911 with as much information as possible to initiate the response of the appropriate resources. Even if an alarm is transmitted through the alarm company central station it is recommended that a follow up phone call be placed to 911 to confirm the alarm has transmitted properly and provide the dispatchers with any additional information to the responding units. (Q) What is the best way to prevent injuries or fatalities while an act of terror is taking place? (A) You must remember; an act of terrorism is a deliberate violent act intended to kill and injure people at the attack location. The most effective counterterrorism measures include:

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