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Facilities are regularly assessed for hazards and compliance issues.  Projects to boost security include lighting upgrades, state-of-the-art lock systems, updated intercoms, 24/7 video surveillance, and more. 

Facility Safety Measures

Facility Safety Measures

Security Measures and Projects

Fencing Project:  All TRUSD schools will have site security perimeter fencing, which include simple locking devices for exterior or interior key access.  
  • Allows for simple gate lock to secure facilities quickly. 
  • Provides exterior or interior key access.
 
Lighting Project:  Replacement and upgrade of interior and exterior lighting.
  • Ensuring fuel efficient LED lights that are a time clock, activating after the sun goes down.
  • Discourages unwanted intruders outside of the school day.
  • Enables clear view of vision for campus monitoring and security. 
 
Keys and Lock Upgrades: Updating classroom site locks to install classroom security lock which will provide the option to lock or unlock the classroom from the inside.  
  • Allows staff to secure the rooms they are in without opening the door.
  • Provides added layer of safety to protect students and staff from intruders.
 
Public Announcement (PA) System Updates:  PA systems are being updated to ensure audio clarity from anyone on the campus. 
  • Ensure clear understanding of instructions and warnings to students and staff anywhere on campus.
  • Limits miscommunication during times of emergency.
 
Background and Fingerprint Checks:  All contractors and consultant who are not physically escorted onto a school campus will have a badge indicating they have been background checked and fingerprinted. 
  • Added layer of protection for students and staff.
 
Camera Project:  District-wide installation of new surveilance cameras with school-wide monitoring and recording capabilities.  This project includes large-screen monitors and high-powered computers for viewing camera activity.  
  • Protect District property by alerting Police Services and Administration to trespassing outside of school hours.
  • Protects students and staff by providing central visibility to activity in public areas on campuses during and after school hours.
  • Camers also increase safety as they serve as a deterrent to illegal or unsafe activity on TRUSD campuses. 

Compliance & Preventative Measures