The Comprehensive Handbook of School Safety by E. Scott Dunlap (English) Hardcov

Description: The Comprehensive Handbook of School Safety by E. Scott Dunlap The tragic shootings at Columbine years ago first put the spotlight on the importance of maintaining school safety. Recent news reports of deaths stemming from bullying demonstrate that comprehensive action must be taken to protect not only students, but also faculty and staff who are also at risk in the school environment. This book presents the topic of school safety from a holistic perspective that addresses the spectrum of safety risks to students, faculty, and staff. It presents vulnerability assessment tools and incident investigation forms to help schools develop a comprehensive safety program. Additional topics include security protocols, environmental safety risks, and cyber safety. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In most schools you will probably see one, if not all of the following: Metal detectors to prevent handguns and other weapons from being brought onto school propertyStudents in standardized uniforms to prevent the appearance of gang affiliationsPolice officers patrolling the property to deter violent activity as well as respond to incidentsSuch evolutions have forever changed how we view the safety of our students. However, the phrase "school safety" goes beyond these issues of security put in place to protect students, faculty, and staff. Environmental factors also play a role. The Comprehensive Handbook of School Safety expands the dialogue on school safety to comprehensively address the spectrum of safety risks such as bullying, fire safety, playground and transportation safety, and more. Based on research and practical experience, it helps school administrators develop appropriate programs that protect all individuals from harm.Author E. Scott Dunlap brings his experience in OSHA and DOT compliance, behavior-based safety, and organizational safety culture to bear on the issue of school safety. He presents school safety from a holistic perspective and details vulnerability assessment tools and incident investigation forms to help schools develop a comprehensive safety program. By focusing on this range of issues, the books dynamic perspective puts the keys to achieving an effective safety program within easy reach. Author Biography E. Scott Dunlap and Ron Dotson are Assistant Professors at Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond. Table of Contents School SecurityVulnerability AssessmentsAccess ControlDress CodesSchool Resource OfficerBullyingCyber RisksEvent SecurityEnvironmental SafetyEmergency ResponseFire PreventionWorking from HeightsErgonomicsHazard CommunicationMoldAsbestosPlayground SafetyBus SafetyHeat StressProgram Development And ExecutionCreating Written ProgramsOrganizational TrainingProgram AuditingProgram BudgetingEmergency ManagementEthical ConsiderationsMetrics Review "…very thorough … well written … "—Earl Blair, Indiana University, Bloomington, USA"… invaluable to administrators and educators as a relevant and active tool to prepare for crisis management. Maintaining a safe learning environment while dealing with emergency preparedness is a real issue that all school systems must deal with in a proactive manner, this book can help the reader achieve this goal."—Nancy Booth, Boone County Schools, Madison, West Virginia, USA"I was truly impressed with the thoroughness of topics … deals with issues every administrator faces on a regular basis (e.g. school bullying and cyber security). It is a very timely text."—Pam Dalton, Danbury Public Schools, Stratford, Connecticut, USA" … provides a holistic approach to assessing the challenges involved in school safety through thoughtful pieces by the editor and 15 contributors."—Security Management Review Quote "...very thorough ... well written ... " --Earl Blair, Indiana University, Bloomington, USA "... invaluable to administrators and educators as a relevant and active tool to prepare for crisis management. Maintaining a safe learning environment while dealing with emergency preparedness is a real issue that all school systems must deal with in a proactive manner, this book can help the reader achieve this goal." --Nancy Booth, Boone County Schools, Madison, West Virginia, USA "I was truly impressed with the thoroughness of topics ... deals with issues every administrator faces on a regular basis (e.g. school bullying and cyber security). It is a very timely text." --Pam Dalton, Danbury Public Schools, Stratford, Connecticut, USA " ... provides a holistic approach to assessing the challenges involved in school safety through thoughtful pieces by the editor and 15 contributors." -- Security Management Details ISBN1439874077 Short Title COMPREHENSIVE HANDBK OF SCHOOL Pages 454 Language English ISBN-10 1439874077 ISBN-13 9781439874073 Media Book Format Hardcover Author E. Scott Dunlap Year 2012 Imprint CRC Press Inc Place of Publication Bosa Roca Country of Publication United States Edited by E. Scott Dunlap Affiliation Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, USA Illustrations 18 Tables, black and white; 8 Illustrations, black and white AU Release Date 2012-09-17 NZ Release Date 2012-09-17 US Release Date 2012-09-17 UK Release Date 2012-09-17 Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc Series Occupational Safety & Health Guide Series Publication Date 2012-09-17 Alternative 9781138077799 DEWEY 371.78 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139828392;

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