Updates

New Schlage Open-Architecture Modular AD-Series Electronic Locks Protect Access Control Investment

"This groundbreaking series of electronic locks means that purchasers will be able to buy a customized solution to secure their facilities today while protecting their access-control investment for years to come," emphasizes Karen Keating, Schlage electronic locking portfolio marketing manager.

DHS & GSA Participate in Joint Groundbreaking Ceremony for Consolidated DHS Headquarters

DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Secretary Janet Napolitano and GSA (General Services Administration) Acting Administrator Paul Prouty hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking event to commence the consolidation of a new DHS headquarters at the St. Elizabeth's Campus.

Ysleta del Sur Pueblo Joins U.S.-Mexico Border 2012 Emergency Preparedness Program

The agreement creates a tri-national task force to develop joint emergency preparedness strategies, develop a tri-national emergency communications & notification plan, and exchange information on hazardous waste to identify threats to the region.

National Preparedness Month and Your Family Preparedness Plan 

Putting together a family preparedness plan in advance for disasters or emergencies can serve you well in any circumstance.

MSA's Altair 4 QuickCheck Station Carries Out Bump & Function Tests in Less Than One Minute

The Altair 4 QuickCheck Station completes most bump and function tests in less than one minute, fast and efficiently verifying instrument gas response and alarm functionality.

TSA Implementing New Enhanced Threat Detection Capability at Checkpoints Nationwide

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced it is further bolstering existing explosives detection capabilities by deploying additional tools to screen powdered substances at checkpoints.

TruePosition Awarded Multimillion Dollar Contract for Its High-Accuracy U-TDOA Location Technology

The Uplink Time Difference of Arrival (U-TDOA) is renowned for its ability to accurately and reliably locate any mobile phone in any environment, including indoors. U-TDOA is currently used throughout the United States to locate emergency 911 phone calls dialed by mobile subscribers.

HHS Secretary Sebelius Announces New Director of CDC's National Institute

HHS (Health & Human Services) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the selection of John Howard, M.D., as the new director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) where he will play a dual role - in addition to being the director of NIOSH, he also will serve as the World Trade Center Programs coordinator for HHS.

Upp Technology Enhances irms|PM for Fall Distribution of H1N1 Vaccines

The new version of the irms|PM (Patient Management) offers greater flexibility and faster patient processing, creating a more streamlined and user-friendly process for healthcare professionals.

CDC to Distribute $40 Million in Recovery Act Funding to Help States Fight HAI

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced plans to distribute $40 million to state health departments to help prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). The investment represents the first time Congress has appropriated HAI prevention funds specifically earmarked for states.