8.5– General Security Plan

Standard: The agency shall have a comprehensive general security plan addressing areas, buildings and facilities under its jurisdiction that is updated periodically. Plans for each major area, building or facility should be available at each site. The general security plan may be a compilation of security plans from each major area, building or facility. Hazardous or flammable materials storage areas should be clearly identified in plans and at each specific site. Signage at each site should be installed in accordance with the unified signage system. To be effective, the security plan should be updated when a new area, building or facility is added, security systems are modified or when legislation requires change.

Suggested Evidence of Compliance: Provide the agency’s general security plan or compilation of security plans from each major area, building or facility with the most recent review or update. These plans typically include:

a. Locking key systems and associated assignments;
b. Alarm system and assignment of security codes;
c. Opening and closing procedures;
d. Fire alarm and fire suppression systems;
e. Emergency evacuation procedures;
f. Critical incident response procedures and training;
g. Location and training of AED (Automated External Defibrillator);
h. Procedures of Open Carry weapons; and
i. Training and Plan on Active Shooter
j. Access protocol