Christmas and Crime

The end of the year is approaching and Christmas is just around the corner. It’s a time for holiday cheer, gifts, family, parties and crime. Just as we can expect to hear Christmas carols and New Year’s resolutions, we can also expect crime rates to rise. This troubling fact is detailed in The Bureau of […]
Active shooter lockdown and barricades examples that can help save you!

From the outdoor shooting in Las Vegas that killed 53 and injured at least 1,000 to the more recent shooting in Thousand Oaks, California, active shooter events are a growing epidemic. As a result, organizations are realizing that they need to create or update their active shooter preparedness plans (you can read all about why your company needs […]
Why Your Company Needs a Threat Management Assessment

Workplace violence is on the rise. Organizations must prepare for the array of scenarios that could jeopardize the safety of their employees, a violent attack could possibly cripple a business. The Urgent Need for Workplace Violence Prevention Programs In 2016, workplace violence comprised 17% of work-related fatalities, a 1% increase from 2014, according to the National […]
Workplace Violence Statistics 2019: A Growing Problem

Second only to transportation, workplace violence is one of the major causes of death in the corporate world. This growing issue is one that businesses cannot afford to wait and must be addressed now. Workplace violence is defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation or […]
Preparing for Holiday Travel – Tips to Keep you Safe

The holidays are a popular time for travelers. According to the United States Department of Transportation, the busiest travel times occur during winter holidays, Thanksgiving being the heaviest long-distance travel day. When it comes to media coverage, airports get a lot of the attention but as much as 91% of travel during the holiday season […]
Workplace Violence Training and It’s Importance

Workplace violence training was created to help both employers and employees deal with the growing issue of workplace violence and create a dialogue about the shared responsibility of maintaining a safe environment. Workplace Violence injures or kills employees, damages morale, creates legal and medical expenses, disrupts business and damages reputation. Workplace violence training for employees […]
Preventing Workplace Violence

Violence in America is not a new phenomenon, but it has pushed to the forefront of most aspects of our lives, including preventing workplaces. Americans are forced to deal with violence daily because of disgruntled employees, confused patients, or angry family members. Murders and physical assaults have reach new levels. While we all tend to […]
4 Types of Workplace Violence. Is Your Company at Risk?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines workplace violence as any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the worksite. About 2 million people each year report some type of workplace violence. It is estimated that 25 percent of workplace violence goes unreported. During the […]
Corporate Team Building Events that Help Protect Your Employees

Experience fun and challenging corporate team building in Dallas with training provided by Tac7. Dallas is the 9th largest city in the US and acts as the commercial and financial center of the region. In Dallas, you’ll find a multitude of shopping destinations, museums, 300+ parks, six professional sports teams, a robust Arts District and […]
The growth of big business in DFW calls for more attention to employees and corporate security

Frisco recently topped the U.S. Census bureau’s list of fastest growing big cities in the nation, adding an average of 37 new residents every day. The Dallas suburb ranked ninth in the actual numbers of residents it added over the year. This is impressive considering the city sits at a population of less than 200,000. […]
Why Your Company Needs an Active Shooter Response Training Plan

45% of all active shooter incidents occur in places of business. In 2017, there were 30 active shooter events in the United States. More and more companies are looking to get training from experienced professionals to help decrease the likelihood of an attack, loss of life during the attack, and the liability businesses may face after […]
ACTIVE SHOOTER RESPONSE TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES: 5 SIMPLE STEPS TO HELP KEEP YOU SAFE

The number of businesses and schools seeking active shooter training is increasing as the frequency of these incidents nationwide has risen over the last 15 years. According to an FBI study, from 2000 to 2006 there was an annual average of 11.4 incidents a year. From 2007 to 2013, there was an annual average of 16.4 incidents. Sure, your […]