[from Bakersfield.com] The recent and seemingly commonplace barrage of school violence and threats puts into sharp focus the need for increased safety and security measures in schools. It is becoming more important for these safety and facilities departments, which have conventionally operated as standalone operations, to work hand-in-hand with IT.
Voice over Internet Protocol phone systems, which many organizations have already adopted, are typically administered by the IT department. Additionally, public address systems in schools can be connected to the network and integrated with VoIP phones, so if there is an emergency or active shooter, administrators can communicate with occupants and give crucial instructions, even if they are not on-site. Mobile apps and additional integrated technologies help bridge the gaps in a unified system and should be a part of any school’s emergency operations plan. Also evolving are mobile apps designed to communicate with emergency responders and law enforcement. Several applications are designed specifically for the education market and may be considered by schools in the creation of a comprehensive emergency plan.
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