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Inter-agency Technical Assistance Toolkit for School Infrastructure in Puerto Rico
Department of Education, Department of Homeland Security, Environmental Protection Agency, and Federal Emergency Management Agency, 2022
This toolkit highlights resources related to school infrastructure development, and those most relevant to Puerto Rico's 2022 recovery efforts. It is broken into sections based on phases of the work, from planning and design to project review, and also includes key points of contact and additional funding opportunities.
Active Shooter Guidance for Disability Service Providers: Inclusive Solutions Start With Difficult Conversations
Federal Emergency Management Agency, 2021
This webinar highlights important considerations for inclusive planning for an active shooter event. It also covers actions a disability service provider can take to plan for this type of event, what to do in an active shooter situation, how to drill and assess vulnerabilities, and the role of law enforcement.
Designing Safe Schools: Planning and Retrofitting for Safety in Education Facilities
Department of Education, 2015
This webinar provides insights on safety and security design and cost-effective features to consider for new construction of or retrofitting existing school buildings and grounds.