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Physical Security Risk Assessment Guide | TSS

jim_richards@tssbulletproof.com (Jim Richards) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:04:13 GMT

Conducting a physical security risk assessment is an important part of any organization’s risk management framework. When you consider who and what you need to protect, where your vulnerabilities are, and the most effective way to mitigate your risk, you’re heading in the right direction.

You can’t always know where the next threat will come from, but by conducting a risk assessment, you can prevent a lot of headaches before they even happen.

Choosing the Right Partner For Bulletproof Barriers | Total Security Solutions

jim_richards@tssbulletproof.com (Jim Richards) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:36:10 GMT

We all have red flags we look for before hiring someone, but the absence of red flags does not translate to the presence of excellence. When it comes to investing in ballistic barriers, the safety and security of your people are at stake.

I’ve spent decades in the security industry, and seen many bulletproofers come and go. The vast majority have been competent suppliers of bullet-resistant materials and components. But the average company is not ready to work as a consultative partner to create comprehensive, custom physical security solutions for their clients.

Physical Security Trends: What’s Next?

jim_richards@tssbulletproof.com (Jim Richards) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Each year I set aside some time to consider what I’ve seen over the past year, not just in terms of bullet-resistant barriers, but in attitudes towards safety and security more generally. While many of the security industry trends I’ve talked about in the past are still very relevant, moving into this year, I think the big trend is responsibility. I see more organizations thinking more comprehensively about their responsibility to their staff, customers, clients, and communities—and what they need to do to keep those people safe on a daily basis.

SchoolDefender Glass: Part of a Systems Approach to Security

Paul La Vigne — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:13:17 GMT

School administrators and security directors are under increased pressure to make their buildings safer, but limited budgets don’t always make extensive upgrades possible.

Utility Company Threat Assessment | Total Security Solutions

jim_richards@tssbulletproof.com (Jim Richards) — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:23:46 GMT

Designing a bulletproof glass barrier system for a utility company means striking a delicate balance.

The office needs to be accessible to every visitor, including those who face challenges with mobility, speech, hearing, or communication.

At the same time, employees standing behind the counter need protection against threats that have grown increasingly common, especially as tensions rise due to billing disputes, disconnections and/or outages.

Executive Protection | Total Security Solutions

Paul La Vigne — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:30:00 GMT

In recent years, the nature of executive risk has shifted drastically. Physical threats to leadership are no longer rare, or limited to public officials. This puts intense pressure on security professionals and creates dangerous gaps in protection.

While there’s greater demand for executive protection officers, that’s only part of the equation. A comprehensive approach to security needs to go beyond bodyguards and start with executive protection solutions at your building.

Museum Security Lessons From the Louvre: Protecting the Irreplaceable

Paul La Vigne — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:30:00 GMT

When thieves can steal priceless national treasures from the world’s most iconic museum in broad daylight, it’s time to reassess museum security.

Active Shooter Prevention: How Physical Security Stops Threats Before Law Enforcement Arrives

Paul La Vigne — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:30:00 GMT

There are now around 44 active shooter events each year, with each incident injuring or killing an average of four to seven people, according to the FBI’s 2024 Active Shooter Incidents report.

These situations evolve quickly. In many cases, the individual actively engaged in attempting to kill people does so in under five minutes — long before law enforcement arrives.

Funding Hospital Physical Security Without the HPP

Paul La Vigne — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:00:02 GMT

As hospitals across the nation brace for the potential elimination of the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP), many healthcare leaders are concerned about how they will fund critical security infrastructure upgrades. The HPP has been a cornerstone of hospital emergency preparedness since 2002, helping modern healthcare facilities respond to mass casualty events, infectious disease outbreaks, and threats of workplace violence.

What Are the Types of Level 3 Ballistic Doors?

jim_richards@tssbulletproof.com (Jim Richards) — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 03:42:20 GMT

Level 3 ballistic doors are designed to stop bullets from a range of handguns. These doors come in almost any material and configuration. They can be classic, industrial steel slabs; innocuous wooden doors indistinguishable from any standard office door; or custom designs made to seamlessly blend into your building’s existing architecture.

Bulletproof doors at this level are some of our most recommended products for a reason. They’re suitable for many different types of facilities and applications, making them a versatile barrier in your security portfolio.