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Police Station Security Through The Years: A History
Police stations have changed considerably over the last two centuries, evolving in line with shifting risks and the expectations of the communities they serve. As operational demands have broadened, the building designs of police stations have followed suit, moving
Protecting Police Stations: A Guide to Defense Level Selection
Police stations occupy a unique position in the public safety infrastructure. They are open to the community but also house high-risk operations like custody handling, evidence management, and command functions. Their need to be open yet well protected generates
Are fiberglass panels useful in a police station?
Fiberglass has long been valued for its strength, light weight, and resistance to wear. Such properties have made it an important material for modern security design. In police stations, fiberglass panels, especially ballistic-resistant types, are essential for protecting staff and the public while ensuring operational areas like reception zones, interview
Ballistic Film and Bullet-Resistant Glazing: Choosing the Right Security Solution
Installing glass into a building design delivers a sense of openness and visibility, yet it can also introduce points of vulnerability within the structure's protective envelope and security system. In practice, this glass forms part of a larger glazing system that determines how effectively a façade or partition resists impact
How do bullet-resistant doors keep police officers safe in a police station?
Bullet-resistant doors are designed to stop or slow bullets, resist forced entry, and protect people in high-risk environments. They combine layers of specialized materials, reinforced frames, and ballistic-rated hardware to
How to incorporate ballistic protection into a police station
Police stations must be able to balance security demands with public accessibility. They serve as facilities where community members can come for help, but also have the capacity to contain
The best places to put bullet-resistant windows and doors in a police station
Police stations must be able to balance accessibility with robust protection, functioning as facilities that uphold public safety while remaining approachable. This makes them vulnerable to unpredictable interactions, and, in some cases, targeted violence. To
Where are ballistic-resistant benches applied in a courthouse?
Not all courthouse security is meant to be seen. Some of the most effective safeguards are hidden within a courthouse's architecture, working discreetly to protect those inside. Ballistic-resistant benches, for
