With the new school year in effect, facility managers need to prepare their schools against the variety of threats that target students and faculty. From active shooter threats, COVID-19, burglaries, and vandalism, having comprehensive security is a must. Thankfully, Nightlock has an extensive line of security products to properly address these threats and give […]
One of the silver linings of the COVID-19 pandemic is that school shootings have drastically dropped. In fact, 2021 has seen no school shootings so far and 2020 had a significant reduction in school-related violence. Perhaps this reprieve is due to a lack of in-person learning and students being outside of traditional education environments, […]
Violence at schools is a nationwide problem. Adding to this reality are the growing concerns of remote learning contributing to cyberbullying and the ever-present threat of COVID-19 in schools, making it clear that schools need to take action to ensure the safety of our children, teachers, and faculty. However, most U.S. schools are underfunded […]
It’s safe to say that panic rooms are becoming a more common feature in home security. No longer the domain of the ultra-rich, these reinforced, secure rooms have gone mainstream, and for good reason. They add an extra layer of security, and can be used in numerous situations. With an increase in gun violence, home […]
Michigan-based security company adds new social-distancing products to its line of school and residential devices School-safety company Nightlock has broadened its line of school security products with the unveiling of its Sneeze Guards. Responding to the urgent demand for school safety needs across the nation due to COVID-19, these products consist of clear acrylic panels […]
Now is the time to begin thinking about your children going back to school. Never before in our nation’s history has the need for peace of mind been so needed for our young students to flourish academically. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 lockdown measures and the widespread phenomena of protests has created uncertainty for the lives […]
Michigan Approves Nightlock Lockdown Devices for School Safety Michigan schools are now much safer thanks to public outcry for increased protection for schools. Now, with public and legislative support, Nightlock LOCKDOWN door barricade devices have a clear path of implementation. Taking a step in the right direction for school safety against active threats […]
It’s an unfortunate reality in today’s society, but our schools need added protection to prevent individuals that want to harm innocent people. With the prevalence of school shootings becoming commonplace in recent years, schools have taken the initiative to help ensure that students, teachers, and faculty are protected against this inevitability. Thanks to regular lockdown […]
Being alert to danger is an important part of winter weather safety for children. In this article, we’ll take a look at winter weather safety tips for kids for those that walk or wait for a bus to school. What to Wear No season of the year is clothing more important than winter for children. […]
If you have school-aged children, chances are that they’ve heard about or experienced school shootings. As of 2019, the count now stands at more than 220,000 children directly affected at 225 schools nationwide since the shooting at Columbine in 2000 sparked a horrific trend. Because of this, schools across the United States have implemented school […]
Over the past decade or so, there has been a great deal of focus on school security, with national headlines being made when security has proved inadequate. While it’s doubtful if even the most stringent measures can prevent all security breaches, it is still extremely important that steps be taken to make school premises as […]
There is more than one way to keep your home secure, and that means you don’t necessarily have to go out and purchase an expensive home security system to protect your household around-the-clock. There are some very simple steps you can take which are both innovative and effective, and help to keep burglars away from […]
Home security is an industry which is constantly experiencing innovation and enhancement, through the development of new and more effective techniques for safeguarding households. Some of the top trends in home security are identified below. Multi-purpose sensors The more capable sensors being developed now don’t perform a single function as they did in the past, […]
Many people go to greater lengths to implement home security measures than they do for personal security, and as a result, become subject to scammers. It’s easy to have a false sense of security when you implement all kinds of safety features around the household, and that can make you more susceptible to personal security […]
In addition to providing lodging for your tenants, rental property should also serve to keep them and their possessions, safe and secure. That makes it necessary for you as a property manager or owner to ensure that adequate security is in place, to prevent against break-ins or criminal activity which might cause damage to the […]
Most people don’t knowingly move into a bad neighborhood, but over a period of time it can certainly happen that a decent neighborhood you moved into undergoes gradual decline, until you suddenly start noticing the telltale signs of a bad neighborhood. There are some definite signs which indicate you might be living in a bad […]
With so many massacres happening around the world and in schools especially, there is a large debate upon whether teachers should carry guns or not. Many teachers, school administration, and students can argue that guns will, in fact, save many lives. There are many pros and cons when it comes to teachers carrying guns, some […]
How Door Locks Have Saved Lives In the year 2018, there has been a reoccurrence of devastating school shootings. With mental health and gun laws being put on the back burner, more and more disturbed individuals are carrying out horrific attacks on school properties. This is why it is important to know how door locks […]
School shootings can happen in wealthy neighborhoods and poor ones. However, the resources and decision-making of schools in how they plan to school shooting prevention isn’t always based on financial decisions. While some schools are taking action through fundraising drives, this isn’t a uniform decision across school districts. If you’ve tried to speak with school […]
“Shots fired” followed by the name of your child’s school are no words that any parent ever wants to hear. In the United States, school shootings aren’t becoming an epidemic. They are an epidemic. Consider these frightening statistics: The odds of a student being involved in a school shooting (by grade): High school: 1 in […]
In this series entitled “Anatomy of an Active Shooter Event”, we’ll take a look at a number of factors that create the perfect storm leading to a school shooting. Part 1: Before an active shooter event Part 2: During an active shooter event Part3: Immediately after an active shooter event Part 4: Months after an […]
In this series entitled “Anatomy of an Active Shooter Event”, we’ll take a look at a number of factors that create the perfect storm leading to a school shooting. Part 1: Before an active shooter event Part 2: During an active shooter event Part3: Immediately after an active shooter event Part 4: Months after an […]
In this series entitled “Anatomy of an Active Shooter Event”, we’ll take a look at a number of factors that create the perfect storm leading to a school shooting. Part 1: Before an active shooter event Part 2: During an active shooter event Part3: Immediately after an active shooter event Part 4: Months after an […]
Single parents worry about their kids’ safety constantly. Protect your kids by teaching them about situational awareness and avoiding dangerous situations. From safeguarding your home to equipping your kids with knowledge, you can take steps to keep them safe. Safety Tips for Walking to and from School or the Bus Stop Kids of single parents […]
The Sandy Hook Promise Foundation recently released this video showing the possible signs of a shooter within the context of teenage drama. If you haven’t watched it yet, you should. We’ll wait. Did you watch it? Good. The message it conveys is too important to miss. That message? Pay attention. It’s easy to get distracted by […]
In the past, we’ve given you tips on how to keep your home safe in the winter, how to stay safe during a home invasion, and even covered some home safety tips you may not have thought of on your own. But, these home safety tips are so sneaky we had to scour the web […]
5 Tips Every Parent Should Teach Their Kid About Staying Safe In School One of the hardest things about being a parent is coming to terms with the fact that you cannot always be there to watch over your kid. There will be times where they are out of sight and out of reach, and […]
The last week in our country has been electrically charged with differing sides of arguments, passionate opinions and, most disturbingly, acts of violence. No matter how you feel about the results of last week’s election, the events that have followed and the rise in violent incidents and hate crimes is a disturbing trend. Especially given […]
FEMA defines an active shooter as “an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. In most cases, active shooters use firearms and there is no pattern or method to their selection of victims. Active shooter situations are unpredictable and evolve quickly.” To counteract the unpredictably of […]
In the past, we posted a blog about how to keep your kids safe online. But, given how much teens are online and how big a part the internet and social networking plays in their lives, we thought it was worth digging in a little more and talking about what exactly kids are doing online. […]
Last month, we published a post about our favorite home safety websites, because when you’re trying to make your home a safer place for you and your family, it can be tough to know where to start. So, we did it for you. This week, we are doing the same thing with a focus on […]
When you’re trying to make your home a safer place for you and your family, it can be tough to know where to start. What should you Google?Where should you even start? What products should you try? Which home safety websites can you trust? Well, we scour the web every day to bring you the […]
The end of the summer means kids are heading back to school, Labor Day trips are being planned and pumpkin spice is on the minds of many. But, it is also prime time for severe weather. With temperatures fluctuating and moisture filling the air, storms and tornados are common during the end of the summer. […]
It’s almost time for kid’s to get back to school and as eager as parents are to get kids out of the house, they will want to be able to keep track of them in order to keep them safe. And keeping track of their kids no longer means just yelling out the front door, “Be […]
It’s a fun, popular, seemingly harmless game that’s swept the nation, and the world, since it’s release about a month ago. In the game, users are urged to “Catch them all,” and are led, by GPS and augmented reality on the app, to different locations where they will be able to find various types of […]
While the Nightlock home security system has always been wireless (which means it always works, doesn’t require a signal and is simple to use) it seems other, electronic, home security systems are going wireless as well, and for good reason. While many systems are still finding their way and there are always bugs to work […]
Every year, various cities are given the prestigious title of being the safest city in a certain state, the safest city in the country, or even the safest city in the world. For example, in 2015, according to the Safe Cities Index 2015, an Economist Intelligence Unit report (EIU), Toronto was the safest city in […]
While parents can protect their children from burglars and intruders using physical products like Nightlock Door Barricade, alarms, and security systems, keeping them safe in the virtual world is much more tricky. And, now that school is out for many students, they will have a lot more free time, and much of that free time […]
A little while back, we gave you 5 (pretty great) reasons that the Nightlock Door Barricade works great as an integral part of school security. Now, we want to give 5 reasons that the Nightlock system should be a part of your HOME security system. For those not familiar, the Nightlock Home Security System is […]
Is your After-school Program Prepared for an Emergency? A lot of thought and time goes into safety and security during the school day, but what if something were to happen during after school hours? Many schools overlook the need to include after school programs in their emergency planning. However, emergency situations are just as likely […]
Homes don’t typically make Better Homes and Gardens for their stylish security measures, but that’s probably because most security devices are far from stylish. Clunky, typically black, or fairly obvious as cameras or alarms, many are often eyesores and distracting, taking away from a home’s decor. But, as technology advances, security devices are becoming more […]
As the weather warms and the school year comes to a close, students start to think of summer, and summer break. Parents, on the other hand, start to think of eight hours of unsupervised time their children will be facing. With new routines, time spent home alone or new caregivers being introduced, parents may be […]
Spring means starting anew. And for many homeowners this means giving your home a facelift, adding that extra bedroom or renovating that bathroom. But, construction projects that compromise the structure of your home leave it vulnerable to burglars and break-ins. No matter the project, construction often means expensive tools laying about, exposed entrances and even […]
Lax School Security Often Stems from a Lack of….. School security can be complicated. Kids and teenagers are unpredictable, campuses are ripe with activity throughout the day and even the most advanced security system can’t always see what’s going on in every corner at every moment. But, school security doesn’t have to be as complicated […]
When trying to decide whether a dog makes a good security system, the answers are not definitive. The answer to this depends on a lot of varying factors including the type of dog you have and its temperament. But, the fact is that the simple act of having a dog can, at least, help keep […]
Sometimes it doesn’t take complicated technology to protect yourself in a school lockdown situation. As a school administrator, it’s your responsibility to make sure your students and staff are safe and sometimes it can seem like spending money on the most high-tech solutions is the best way to go. Unfortunately, your school’s budget may not […]
As we make our way into the last months of winter (hopefully), those in the Midwest may be gazing longingly into the future, awaiting the days of barbecues and patios. But, as we start thinking about getting our outdoor retreats ready for Spring, we also need to be thinking about securing one of the most […]
While much of the population now spends their time on social media posting pictures of their kids, pets and food and posting the funny quip their toddler babbled that morning, schools administrators are turning to social media for safety purposes. With the implementation of technology and social media to almost every aspect of our lives, […]
When an emergency occurs in a school and 911 is called, the first people on the scene are those that are trained to deal with those kinds of crisis situations. These are the faces that roam the community and are charged with keeping the members safe. If these are the faces you’ll see in an […]
