School Security, False Alarms Lead February Measures

School Security, False Alarms Lead February Measures

February 2018 was another unprecedented month for legislation driven by a tragic ‘focusing event’. But, other legislation that demands attention also warrants some discussion. The mass shooting in Parkland, Florida spurred Legislatures to file bills that take numerous approaches to school...
ESA’s Insurance Arm, Security America, Restructures to Keep Operational Costs Down and Expand Coverage Offerings

ESA’s Insurance Arm, Security America, Restructures to Keep Operational Costs Down and Expand Coverage Offerings

Security America announced it is consolidating its general liability insurance program under its A Rated insurance program, Security America Risk Purchasing Group. This consolidation simplifies Security America’s insurance offerings under one entity and provides various efficiencies, including reduced overhead costs...
Federal Issues Update: Senate’s “STOP School Violence Act” is a Positive Step

Federal Issues Update: Senate’s “STOP School Violence Act” is a Positive Step

After years of providing funds to study and research the cause of mass shooter attacks and theoretical approaches to preventing them in schools, Congress now appears ready to authorize meaningful funding to detect, deter and when possible, prevent future attacks....
NTS Takes Proctored Exams Online

NTS Takes Proctored Exams Online

ESA’s National Training School (NTS) requires completion of a proctored exam for all core courses to demonstrate mastery of these vital subjects. Proctored exams validate the integrity of a student’s education and are a best practice. Because these exams are...
School Security Tech – What We Can Do to Deter the Next Attack

School Security Tech – What We Can Do to Deter the Next Attack

The murder of more innocent children in Parkland, Florida serves as the latest reminder that the country is far from solving societal and political issues related to mass shootings. It is a gut-wrenching that can make one feel helpless — we...
March is the Month to Create a Severe Weather Preparedness Plan for Your Business

March is the Month to Create a Severe Weather Preparedness Plan for Your Business

The Electronic Security Association Encourages Businesses to Create a Severe Weather Emergency Plan and Provides Guidelines for Business Security System Preparedness. Cobb County, GA Fire Marshal approves NTS Course as NICET Equivalent     --> March is the Month to...
The ESA Mentorship Program’s Class of 2018

The ESA Mentorship Program’s Class of 2018

The third year of the ESA Mentorship Program began at the 2018 Leadership Summit in Savannah, Georgia this past February. This year’s class brings all new mentees into the fold. The third year of the ESA Mentorship Program began at...