Schools
know about the 3 R’s. They should think seriously about making a
provision for the 3 D’s – Deterrence, Detection, and Detention.
More than £580 million
of additional funding will soon become available for schools to help
develop sport in the community.
To
receive some of the funding, schools will be required to open to the
community from 6am until 10pm. As a result there are very real concerns
created by the increased risks posed by vandalism, theft and personal
attacks.
Here we look at some of
the threats schools should take into consideration in order to protect
people, assets and property.
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.
Arson
in schools
According to the DfES, 75% of all fires reported in schools are
as the result of Arson
Theft
in schools
One of the major risks schools continue to face is theft –
particularly with high value items such as computers.
Personal
Assault
All staff, pupils, parents and visitors on the premises out of
hours need to be protected
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.
