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Protective Security Advisor (PSA) Program
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
These resiliency subject matter experts engage with federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government partners, and members of the private sector stakeholder community to protect the nation’s critical infrastructure. PSAs provide several services to schools, including assisting with security vulnerability assessments; facilitating active shooter, improvised explosive device (IED), and other security training; and coordinating tabletop exercises and practical exercises.
K–12 School Security Guide (2nd Edition) and School Security Survey
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, 2018
This guide provides preventive and protective measures to address the threat of gun violence in schools. It includes a PDF with general security best practices and considerations and a Microsoft Excel-based security survey.
Identifying an Armed Person Training
Department of Justice, September 2018
This program offers tips to the general public on handling felony possession and use of firearm cases.