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and related monthly costs.
Video intercom-equipped emergency stations strategically placed
throughout a facility enable employees to immediately contact secu- rity in case of an injury or other emergency.
A visitor management system helps track vendors, government inspectors, and others entering a mine’s main office. After swiping a government-issued ID card through the system, the visitor is pro- vided a temporary adhesive badge to be worn while on the proper- ty. With the system in place, security teams can instantly determine who is on the premises. This can be important during an emergency requiring evacuation.
Security Cameras/Access Control
Surveillance cameras can provide extra sets of “eyes” to monitor the perimeter as well as equipment and facilities. Low-light and thermal cameras provide night images. Networked video can be monitored lo- cally or at an off-site security operations center. However, the amount of data may be overwhelming for security guards to effectively moni- tor. That’s why analytics, built into the cameras or VMS software, can alarm when pre-defined activities take place. That might include movement within a restricted area after normal operating hours. The VMS can be linked to perimeter security cueing cameras to begin recording on motion.
An access control system with card readers or keypads al- low only authorized visitors to enter work areas. The system also can be used to record employees’ time and attendance, eliminating the need for time cards. Access control is also helpful for controlling use of com- puter workstations that provide access to vital corporate records.
Depending upon the sensitivity and value of products being
mined, operators might want to hire trained and armed security guards as an extra security layer.
Emergency Planning
The middle of a crisis situation is not the best time to create an emergency plan. While planning for emergencies, take into ac- count the weather, the condition of roads leading to and from the fa- cility—even the proximity to companies which produce, use, store, or transport explosives or other dangerous goods. Also, OSHA and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) require emergen- cy plans and signage.
Be prepared to lockdown the area, letting no one enter or leave during a crisis and have an evacuation plan ready in case of a chemi- cal spill or similar situation. Effective communications are essential for alerting personnel on site. An intercom system with open-air horns or sirens may be an effective outdoor solution.
Engage local first providers to help if an emergency threatens the safety of employees and/or surrounding communities. Notify local news outlets to help share a controlled message and put an end to rumors. Then practice the plan frequently so employees immediately know what’s expected of them when an emergency strikes.
The goals of any security and/or emergency plan should be to protect employees while main- taining operations. That’s made easier with the use of layered electronic security equipment and the development of specific plans to handle situations that may arise.
Dana Pruiett is the marketing manager at Aiphone Corp.
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Long before the Las Vegas Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting on October 1, 2017, The Louisiana Gaming Commission had concerns something like this could happen. The Commission voiced con- cerns over an active shooter, which would destroy the consumer’s experience and confidence in the gaming world. To that end, the Louisiana Gaming Commission focused on developing Active Shooter drills to safeguard casinos, poker halls and betting race tracks.
Chairman Ronnie Jones will address the development and implementation of the Active Shooter scenario, and how the state of Louisiana, the state police and casinos developed a working plan.
About the speaker:
Mr. Jones is the Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. As CEO for the Gaming Control Board, he manages day-to-day operations of the board and oversees an industry that has net revenue in excess of $3 billion and pays more than $600 million in state fees annually. He is responsible for promoting confidence in, and maintaining integrity of 15 riverboat casinos, a land-based casino in the city of New Orleans, 2,088 licensed video poker establishments and four slots at the track facilities. The board must ensure that gaming is conducted in accordance with the laws and rules/regulations and that the public interest of the state’s citizens is served. Mr. Jones was recognized as the North American Regulator of the Year in October 2017 by the International Masters of Gaming Law. He also served as senior staff
assistant to Colonel Mike Edmonson, Superintendent of the Louisiana State Police.
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