Resource: Download the above list of flyers with links as a guide to School Safety Preparedness here.
Category: Facilities Upgrades
Protecting and strengthening the safety of school facilities is a challenging, but worthwhile endeavor. This section provides resources to aid schools in facilities upgrades for school safety and security.
Door Locking Mechanism (FMO) [November 2022]
As a best practice, the School Safety Preparedness Task Force recommends securing all interiordoors with a door locking mechanism such that the door can be locked from both sides and unlockedfrom inside without a key, tool, or special knowledge. Resource: Download the Door Locking mechanism here
Future Facilities Changes (NH FMO) [January 2023]
Any future facility changes or upgrades should be promptly shared with local law enforcement and fire departments prior to implementation so they maintain situational awareness and can make any necessary changes to their plans. This flyer addresses task force recommendation 59. The flyer can be downloaded here.
Statewide School Safety and Security Mapping Project (NHIAC) [July 2022]
Statewide template provides consistent public safety references and terminology across all jurisdictions; supporting map fluency across any mutual aid situation. Supports enhanced data collection and site specific planning. Click here to download the flyer on Statewide School Safety and Security Mapping Project
Door Access Cards and the Replacement of Keys at Schools (NH HSEM) [June 2022]
Schools should consider replacing issued keys with door access cards issued to all staff to monitor, track, and control access to the school building. Download the Exterior Access Control Information Sheet
5 Reasons Schools Should Avoid Classroom Barricade Devices (PASS) [September 2019]
Partner Alliance for Safer Schools FACT Sheet: 5 Reasons Schools Should Avoid Classroom Barricade Devices: Following high-profile attacks on our nation’s schools, it’s instinctive to want to do everything possible that could protect students and teachers from being in the line of fire; however, the need to act urgently, combined with limited information and available …
School Door and Window Labeling Recommendations (NH HSEM) [November 2022]
The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in cooperation with the NH Fire and Police Chiefs Association, City of Manchester Police Department, NH Department of Education, and the NH Fire Marshall’s Office has endorsed a model system for the labeling or doors, windows, and other access points in NH schools. It is recommended that …
Benefits of Ballistic Glass and Security Films for Schools (NH HSEM) [November 2022]
Glass features in or around the interior doors at the front entrance of the school, ground level of the school and/or the entry to a classroom should be designed in such a way that would prevent unauthorized access into that space or the building if the glass was compromised. This can be done with reinforced …
School Fencing Recommendations Flier (NH HSEM) [July 2024]
According to Hanover Research’s findings on School Fencing, there are several benefits to schools having proper fencing. Fences, as defined in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s K-12 School Security Survey, “are barriers enclosing or bordering a school that are used to prevent entrance, contain people to particular areas, or mark a boundary”. Resource: Download …
Cameras and Surveillance Systems in Schools Guide (NH HSEM) [November 2022]
Video Assessment and Security Cameras enhance the staff’s ability to respond to attacks and emergencies quickly and appropriately. School officials need to be aware of their surroundings and/or have the capability to observe danger and potential threats. This resource document provides information relative to the use of cameras and surveillance systems in NH schools. Resource: Download …
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