Training for Special Events – Keeping Them Safe & Secure
Domestic Preparedness and
June 25, 2014
To address the gaps and concerns revealed in a recent article and flash poll, subject matter
experts discussed training efforts necessary to ensure adequate security at large-scale special events.
The challenge of securing special events can be compounded by daily responsibilities, especially where
civil violence exists.
Protecting Special Events Amid Civil Unrest
Domestic Preparedness and
June 25, 2014
An article, a flash poll, and a podcast each addressed the same question: Can a country that faces
daily civil disturbances adequately secure a major special event? Many factors involved in training
public and private security personnel make this question difficult to answer – temporary staff, types of
training, and level of training to cite a few.
Public-Private Partnerships – Ensuring the Safety of the Public
Domestic Preparedness and
June 18, 2014
Events such as the Boston Marathon bombing highlight the need to prepare for the unexpected. On 3
April 2014, the United States Park Police held a first-of-its-kind tabletop exercise with event
organizers of the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run. This podcast provides insights on the
importance of bringing external partners to the table during the special event planning process.
A Blossoming Public-Private Partnership
Catherine Feinman
June 18, 2014
For any large-scale special event, it is important to expect the unexpected. The United States Park
Police took the time to plan and train with private sector partners for the annual Credit Union Cherry
Blossom Ten Mile Run to discover gaps and mitigate potential hazards and incidents that may present
before, during, or after the event.
Maritime Critical Infrastructure Protection: DHS Needs to Better Address Port Cybersecurity
Domestic Preparedness
June 11, 2014
Information and communication systems, which are susceptible to cyber-related threats, support the annual $1.3-trillion cargo operations of U.S. maritime ports. The U.S. Government Accountability Office identified, and made recommendations based
