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Library Security: Perceptions Of Preparedness, Abby Adams, Karen E. Kiorpes
Library Security: Perceptions Of Preparedness, Abby Adams, Karen E. Kiorpes
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This article details the results of two parallel surveys sent to the heads of campus security and the libraries at 54 schools within the SUNY system. We undertook this study to determine the extent of collaboration between these groups and to learn where library and security staff perceptions of safety and preparedness differ. The findings indicated that most campuses have emergency response plans in place for the possibility of a high-impact violent event or a human-caused emergency. However, libraries are less likely to have dedicated emergency plans and report an inconsistent mix of physical security measures and staff safety trainings. …