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Introduction to Security
A timely revision to the market-leading introduction to security for students, professionals, and military personnel
Robert Fischer (Author), Edward Halibozek (Author), David Walters (Author)
9780123850577
Hardback, published 13 November 2012
544 pages
23.4 x 19 x 3.1 cm, 0.95 kg
"The second section of the book covers the basics of defense and includes a variety of topics from legal issues to contingency planning and emergency response. The legal section in particular offers a valuable discussion of issues someone new to the field should be aware of." --SecurityManagement.com, November 1, 2013
Introduction to Security has been the leading text on private security for over thirty years. Celebrated for its balanced and professional approach, this new edition gives future security professionals a broad, solid base that prepares them to serve in a variety of positions. Security is a diverse and rapidly growing field that is immune to outsourcing. The author team as well as an outstanding group of subject-matter experts combine their knowledge and experience with a full package of materials geared to experiential learning. As a recommended title for security certifications, and an information source for the military, this is an essential reference for all security professionals. This timely revision expands on key topics and adds new material on important issues in the 21st century environment such as the importance of communication skills; the value of education; internet-related security risks; changing business paradigms; and brand protection.
Part I: Introduction Chapter 1: Origins and Development of 21st Century Security Chapter 2: Defining Security’s Role Chapter 3: Career Opportunities in Loss Prevention Chapter 4: Security Education, Training, Certification, and Regulation Chapter 5: Homeland Security – Security & Loss Prevention Since September 11th, 2001 and Beyond Part II: Basics of Defense Chapter 6: Security and the Law Chapter 7: Risk Analysis, Security Surveys, and Insurance Chapter 8: Interior and Exterior Security Concerns Chapter 9: The Outer Defenses: Building and Perimeter Protection Chapter 10: The Inner Defenses: Intrusion and Access Control Chapter 11: Contingency Planning, Fire Protection, Emergency Response, and Safety Chapter 12: Internal Theft Controls/Personnel Issues Part III: Specific Threats and Solutions Chapter 13: Transportation Security Issues and Regulation Chapter 14: Violence and Drug Use in the Workplace Chapter 15: Retail Security Chapter 16: Terrorism - A Global Perspective Chapter 17: Computer Technology and Information Security Issues Chapter 18: Selected Security Threats of the 21st Century Chapter 19: Security: The Future
Subject Areas: Security services [KNSS], Business & management [KJ], Causes & prevention of crime [JKVC]
