There is no better sight in the world than seeing happy children in a school. For them to stay happy, they have to stay safe too! According to NCERT statistics, about 23 crore children study in more than 13 lakh schools in the country.

Seam provides a complete solution for security consultancy, risk management and loss prevention by Identifying, assessing, conceptualizing, designing and implementing security solutions, Threat assessment, risk analysis and recommendations for up gradation of security measures at the facility, Independent security audits of complexes and recommendations, Provision of trained and responsive security personnel.

Physical Security Safety Audits Assessments

• Review of facility operations procedures.
• Review of physical security systems.
• Review of electronic security systems.
• Review of security policies and procedures.
• Review of security personnel's.
• Implementation of CPTED ( Crime Prevention through Environmental Design principles.

1. THE TRUE VALUE OF SAFETY

In all schools, staff and pupils need to be able to teach and learn in a safe and secure environment. The present publication includes advice on the management of security and the related on the roles of school administrators and teachers. It focuses on the security of school premises which is clearly an important part of ensuring the personal safety of staff, pupils and visitors. To begin, let us understand why security should be a prominent topic of discussion, in all schools.

LEGAL ISSUES

Schools that fail to keep students safe while they are in their care are at risk, legally and financially. Liability may even apply in cases where students are no longer on school property or are attending extracurricular activities. Adequate and effective school security is a vital component in giving students the opportunities they have come to expect from schools, such as access to afterschool activities and sporting events.

SECURITY OF TEACHERS

Teachers who fear for their physical safety can't concentrate on teaching, nor do they want to teach in such environments. Students then lack the qualified teachers needed for them to succeed academically. More importantly, students present less risk of violent behaviour when they have a positive connection with a supportive adult.

SECURITY OF STUDENTS

School security is important as it relates to students and their ability to concentrate and learn. Learning requires a positive atmosphere in which students feel not just physically safe, but emotionally safe as well. Creating such an environment means ensuring student safety throughout the school timings and keeping experiences free from both physical violence and social or emotional bullying.

2. THE SAFE SCHOOL PLAN

A proper security risk assessment must be followed up by a safety and security plan that lays out the detailed plan to mitigate the risks. In a school scenario, there will typically be budget constraints and limited funds to use for security enhancements. However, it is imperative to define a vision for safety and security and a methodology to achieve that vision.

The best way to create a safe school environment for everyone involves using school security measures to create what is known as a safe school plan. This plan details various goals such as reducing bullying, eliminating crime, and tackling.

Discipline problems within the school, all of which leads to increased levels of violence. It sets forth steps to create a healthy and positive school environment, with reaffirming, emotionally stable adult supervision. Open Communication is necessary between individuals at all levels, from students and parents to teachers and government officials. Working with security guards or the local police should be seriously considered as a part of any safe school plan.