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Security Tips by Silva Consultants
The links below provide access to a collection of "Security Tips". These are short articles that have been written by Michael A. Silva, founder of Silva Consultants, over the years. These tips cover a variety of topics, and are primarily addressed to people who manage security for their company or organization.
Michael tries to publish a Security Tip on a new topic approximately every thirty days. To be notified when a new Security Tip is published, please follow us on Twitter using the button located to the right.
Do you have a question about a security topic not covered in one of these Tips? Please contact us with your question and we will try and provide an answer or at least point you in the right direction.
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Alphabetical Listing of All Security Tips
15 Common Weaknesses in Home Security
15 Strategies for Improved Security at Your Multifamily Property
Anti-Passback Feature in Access Control Systems
Are Video Surveillance Cameras An Invasion Of Privacy?
Are Service Contracts for Security Systems a Good Deal?
Are You Guilty of "Negligent Security"
Are You Throwing Your Company Secrets In The Trash?
Buying the Equipment is the Easy Part
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Concepts
Cell Phones or Two-Way Radios for Security Use?
Clever Tool to Quickly Defeat Locks
Common Mistakes in Security System Design
Concentric Circles of Protection
Conflicts between Security and Life Safety Codes
Controlling Outgoing Shipments
Delayed-Egress Locking Systems on Exit Doors
Design of Service Counters for Good Security
Designing Lobbies for Good Security
Do Your Doors With Electric Strikes Latch Properly?
Effective Key Management Procedures
Establishing Video Surveillance Policies
Evaluating Your Parking Lot Lighting
Evaluating Your Security Program
Good Housekeeping Can Improve Security
How Security Integrators Can Succeed Working with Consultants
How to be a World-Class Security Systems Integrator
How to Keep Your Security System Project on Schedule
Introduction to Access Control Systems
Introduction to Automatic Gates
Introduction to Bullet-Resistant Materials
Introduction to Burglar and Fire Safes
Introduction to Visitor Management Systems
Introduction to Guard Tour Systems
Introduction to Intrusion Alarm Systems
Introduction to Security Intercom Systems
Introduction to Security Window Film
Optimizing Your Security Systems
Point of Diminishing Returns in Security Investments
Protecting Apartments, Condominiums, and Gated Communities
Protecting Exterior Communications Infrastructure
Reducing Security Officer Turnover
Reviewing Your Visitor Control Procedures
Security Incident Reporting System
Security of Desks and File Cabinets
Security of Trailers at Warehouses
Security of Warehouses and Distribution Centers
Security Problems Related to Stairways
Security Vulnerabilities Created By Exterior Key Switches
Security Vulnerabilities Created by Fire Department Key Boxes
Should You Always Take The "Low Bid"?
Six Low-Tech Ways in Which Your Competitors May Be Spying on You
Solving the "Door-Forced-Open" Alarm Problem
Ten Common Security Design Mistakes Made by Architects
Ten Ways to Get Poor Performance from Your Guard Company
Testing of Intrusion Alarm Systems
The Power of a Locked Interior Door
The Receptionist's Role in Security
Three Dirty Little Secrets about Video Surveillance Systems
Top 15 Problems Found During a Security Assessment
Understanding the Risks of Local Crime
Use of LED Lighting for Security Purposes
Using GPS Tracking Devices for Security
Using Latch Guards and Astragals to Protect Doors Against Forced Entry
Using Near Miss Reporting in Security
Using Voice Messaging Systems in Security Applications
Weaknesses of Elevator Access Control
Why Would an Experienced Security Manager Hire a Security Consultant?
Writing an Effective RFP for Security Systems