SECURITY TIPS
The following is a collection of tips on various security topics that have been written by Michael Silva over the years.
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Volume #5
#5-1 Solving the False "Door-Forced-Open" Alarm Problem
#5-2: Why Would an Experienced Security Manager Hire a Security Consultant?
#5-3: Cell Phones or Two-Way Radios for Security Use?
#5-4: Establishing Written Policies for the Use of Video Surveillance Systems
#5-5: Security by Wandering Around
Volume #4
#4-1 Ten Dumb Things That Architects Do
#4-2 Introduction to Security Window Film
#4-3 Introduction to Electronic Visitor Management Systems
#4-4 Security Vulnerabilities Created by Fire Department Key Boxes
#4-5 How Security Integrators Can Succeed Working With Consultants
#4-6 Don't Say "No" - Say "How"
#4-7 Good Housekeeping Can Improve Security
#4-8 Security of Warehouses and Distribution Centers
#4-9 Three Dirty Little Secrets about Video Surveillance Systems
#4-10 Introduction to Automatic Gates
#4-11 Six Low-Tech Ways in Which Your Competitors May Be Spying on You
#4-12 Introduction to Panic Alarms
Volume #3
#3-1 Security Of Desks and File Cabinets
#3-2 Introduction to Access Control Systems
#3-3 Introduction to Intrusion Alarm Systems
#3-4 Discovery of a Crime Scene
#3-5 Introduction to Guard Tour Systems
#3-6 Anti-Passback Feature in Access Control Systems
#3-7 Security Background Checks
#3-8 Are You Guilty of "Negligent Security"
#3-9 Introduction to Burglar and Fire Safes
#3-10 Introduction to Bullet-Resistant Materials
#3-11 Concentric Circles of Protection
#3-12 Security Incident Reporting System
Volume #2
#2-1 Employee Security Awareness
#2-3 Alarm System Communications
#2-4 Are You Throwing Your Company Secrets In The Trash?
#2-5 Delayed-Egress Locking Systems On Exit Doors
#2-6 Should You Always Take The "Low Bid"?
#2-7 Controlling Outgoing Shipments
#2-8 Using Voice Messaging Systems In Security Applications
#2-10 Common Mistakes In Security System Design
#2-11 Evaluating Your Parking Lot Lighting
#2-12 Are Service Contracts for Security Systems a Good Deal?
Volume #1
#1-1 Testing of Intrusion Alarm Systems
#1-2 Conflicts Between Security and Life Safety Codes
#1-3 Year 2000 Problem (Obsolete)
#1-4 The Problem Of "Tailgating"
#1-5 Are Closed-Circuit Television Cameras An Invasion Of Privacy?
#1-6 Can Your Cordless or Cellular Telephone Calls be Overhead? (Obsolete)
#1-7 How To Keep Your Security System Project On Schedule
#1-8 Ten Ways To Get Poor Performance From Your Guard Company
#1-9 Making Still Pictures from Video Recordings (Obsolete)
#1-10 Reviewing Your Visitor Control Procedures
#1-11 Do Your Doors With Electric Strikes Latch Properly?
#1-12 Evaluating Your Security Program