High-risk Buildings Placed In a Class All Their Own
In response to a heightened public awareness about terrorism, biohazards and other crimes since Sept. 11, building owners, in consultation with design professionals, are seriously considering and often providing more security for real and potential threats. They do this through design, technology and operation.
Security design extends well beyond the front door and the property line of a facility, as many potential threats can cover entire neighborhoods and, in the worst possible case, could involve a city. From unsecured manhole covers and underground water mains to grade-level air intakes and unauthorized loading dock vehicles, secure-building design anticipates potential loss and damage by protecting the site perimeter, building envelope, people and property.