Differences between Active Shooter/Workplace Policies vs. Terrorism Insurance Policies?
Over the last several years, there has been a rise in the need for active shooter or incident coverage for various industries ranging from healthcare to retail. What these policies cover and what people should be looking for can be overwhelming. Paul Marshall, Managing Director of McGowan Companies Active Shooter/Workplace Violence Insurance Programs, breaks down […]
What You Need to Know About Civil Unrest and Business Protection
Business owners in cities across the country face navigating the effects of a global pandemic and the uncertainty that it brings and continuing civil unrest. Throughout 2020, civil unrest has resulted in tens of millions in losses for businesses. From broken storefront windows to fires, the damage and losses have been debilitating for unprepared companies. […]
How AI Can Prevent Mass Shootings
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow in almost every aspect of business, including security systems that can detect mass shootings. AI is transforming surveillance cameras from static observers to active security personnel that can identify people, suspicious behavior, and weapons. Drones and robots are being used to announce threats and reduce response times. Machine learning algorithms analyze […]
Why Active Shooter Insurance is Important
Active shooter/workplace violence insurance programs vary, but whichever policy you choose, it’s important to remember these policies represent more than just an extra budget item. The vital detail to keep in mind is that standard business liability coverage doesn’t provide adequate coverage for active shooter/workplace violence attacks. Many policies were created before the mass shooting […]
COVID-19: Understanding and Mitigating Workplace Violence
Amid the chaos caused by the coronavirus and COVID-19 pandemic, people find themselves under enormous strain and pressure. They are worried about the health and safety of themselves and family members. They are facing financial stress due to reduced hours at work or losing a job. And they are concerned about shortages of essential items […]
How Best to Protect Hospitals and Patients During an Active Shooter Incident
During active shooter training, instructors teach several different response plans to equip healthcare employees with the tools necessary to act quickly and decisively during an active shooter incident. Let’s take a look at the challenges and appropriate responses to help protect you and your patients during an event. Challenges hospitals face with active shooter incidents The […]
