Enhancing School Security Webinar

February 27, 2024
1:00 – 2:00 PM Pacific

This presentation delves into the critical issue of violence in schools, examining its prevalence, locations, and the current state of school security. We explore the high costs associated with inadequate security measures and transition to a review of door design considerations aimed at improving safety. The discussion further encompasses testing standards and methodologies for glass and door assemblies. The final segment explores security door systems, detailing components, distinctions between attack and bullet resistance, costs, and available configurations. Join us for a thorough exploration of securing educational environments.

Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss the history and stats on where violent incidents happen inside and outside our schools.
2. Review the five door-opening design considerations and applications that can help address current security challenges.
3. Discuss testing standards and methodology used to validate opening performance against physical violence and active shooter events.
4. Discuss key features of security door system in terms of cost, configurations, glass, fire ratings, and environmental options.

Mitzi Amon Mitzi is a Senior Product Manager at Masonite’s Architectural and has more than 30 years of experience in product management and marketing. Since joining in 2020, she has played a key role in developing the award-winning Masonite Defendr™ Door System, enhancing security in educational settings. Mitzi leads the door security strategy for Masonite Architectural and serves on DHI’s Door Security and Safety Foundation (DSSF) task force to create security guidelines for safer building openings.