Personal Assault
Within the classroom environment assaults on teachers in schools are increasing in number each year.
But it’s not only teachers who face this threat. All staff, pupils, parents and visitors on the premises out of hours need to be protected. In addition to the CCTV and Access Control systems already covered, the introduction of panic alarms in classrooms or along corridors will allow individuals to more easily raise the alarm in the event of attack.
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Vandalism in schools
Vandalism and graffiti account for the majority of individual criminal incidents within the school environment – but reports of incidents decreasing by up to 90% are common where CCTV cameras have been installed. |
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Arson in schools
According to the DfES, 75% of all fires reported in schools are as the result of Arson |
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Theft in schools
One of the major risks schools continue to face is theft – particularly with high value items such as computers. |
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Weapons in schools
It's a frightening thought, but more children are carrying weapons, and the threat of a serious incident is all too apparent. |
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