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(Smiths Detection HI-SCAN 5030si Table-top X-ray inspection system for instance, is a modular table top system,
ideal for threat detection in mailrooms, entrance halls, schools and prisons.)
Most importantly, school administrators
need to continue an open dialogue
with their communities about their con-
cerns and wants, so developing proce-
dures and practices can be increasingly
customized to meet their needs.
institutions to maximize their invest-
ments for years to come.
Working with local police departments,
architectural firms, and original equip-
ment manufacturers will further help
school administrators apply them in the
For example, the usual combination of bag- most effective way.
gage X-ray screening and walk-through
metal detectors you see throughout gov- Addressing the investment
ernmental and public safety institutions,
When considering a multi-layered ap-
are designed for high-volume traffic.
proach, cost is obviously a factor in the
These solutions allow for non-intrusive in- decision-making process for schools, and
spection of baggage, are able to search X-rays and metal detectors are absolutely
for a broad combination of things, and a worthwhile discussion, among other
feature upgradable platforms to enable technologies including locking systems
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