Public Safety: Page 15

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    Georgia county police use drones to investigate serious traffic wrecks (with related video)

    The Gwinnett County, Ga., police department has expanded its accident investigation technology with the addition of a drone. The device will also be used for other law enforcement tasks.

    By Michael Keating • Aug. 30, 2016
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    The market grows for vehicles used in emergency response and other applications

    Governments are key purchasers of emergency response and other specialty vehicles. Farber Specialty Vehicles Inc. has been awarded the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance “Specialty Vehicles” contract.

    By Michael Keating • July 5, 2016
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    Austin Police Department tracks crime using video cameras, real-time monitoring

    Police in Austin, Texas, are using video cameras and real-time tracking of the video to effectively fight crime. The department relies on Hitachi Data Systems’ Hitachi Visualization Platform (HVP) in its efforts.

    By Derek Prall • April 13, 2016
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    Fence helps block noise levels and looks like granite

    SimTek Fence is offering a product that helps block sound and is anti-graffiti. The product carries a 25-year warranty.

    April 4, 2016
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    Ohio county jails employ body scanners to catch inmates with contraband

    Inmates trying to sneak contraband into several county jails in Ohio will have a much harder time succeeding now due to body scanners in the jails.

    By Jason Axelrod • March 16, 2016
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    Government buildings require layers of security

    John Mosebar of Aiphone discusses security measures for government buildings.

    By John Mosebar • Sept. 30, 2015
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    Study: Kentucky counties that ban alcohol have more meth problems

    A new University of Louisville study has revealed a connection between counties that prohibit alcohol sales having greater instances of meth lab busts and arrests.

    By Stephanie Toone • Sept. 28, 2015
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    Poll respondents taking a stand on standing desks (with related video)

    Daneen Kiger, Vice-President, Global Marketing at St. Paul, Minn.-based Ergotron offers some insight on the GPN-American City & County poll on standing desks. Kiger discusses the health benefits of standing desks.

    Sept. 25, 2015
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    The EMV October 2015 Liability Shift: Are You Ready?

    On Oct. 1, the liability will shift from credit card companies to merchants in cases of fraudulent point-of-sale transactions with EMV cards. City and county governments have several options in how they respond to the Oct. 1 deadline, says Mukesh Patel.

    Sept. 22, 2015
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    Patrol vehicle keeps K-9 units comfortable (with related video)

    Several features of the Chevrolet Tahoe Police Patrol Vehicle (PPV) help keep hard-working police dogs comfortable. The unit’s roomy interior and advanced climate control system are suited for K-9 units.

    Aug. 31, 2015
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    Prince George’s County, Md., builds NG911-ready communications center, public-safety complex

    Prince George’s County, Md., partners with Motorola to construct a state-of-the-art facility for a county once considered lacking in interoperable communications. The partnership has also led to construction of a new public safety complex, including homeland security and a 911 backup center.

    By Stephanie Toone • Aug. 24, 2015
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    Precast concrete fence resists bullets yet is attractive (with related video)

    Superior Concrete Products’ (SCP) solid barrier and fence panels have been strengthened. They protect vulnerable equipment, infrastructure projects and personnel from sniper bullets.

    Aug. 20, 2015
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    Portable traffic signals—the evolution of traffic control

    According to one vendor, portable traffic signals have evolved greatly.

    Aug. 18, 2015
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    All-season safety cab now available for Groundsmaster rotary mowers

    The new climate-controlled cab is for the Groundsmaster 4010-D, 4110-D and 5910-D wide-area rotary mowers from Toro.

    June 30, 2015
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    Minneapolis Fire Department obtains 100-foot aerial tiller unit (with related video)

    The Minneapolis Fire Department has taken delivery on a Pierce Arrow XT 100-foot aerial tiller apparatus. The unit goes into service sometime early this month.

    By Michael Keating • June 2, 2015
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    Documentary explores Chattanooga’s relationship with floods

    A new documentary, produced by Chattanooga’s PBS station WTCI, explores the subterranean history of the Chattanooga, Tenn.

    By Derek Prall • April 20, 2015
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    Kansas correctional facility will feature precast cells (with related video)

    A 75,000-square-foot addition and renovation at the Reno County Correctional Facility in Hutchinson, Kan., includes precast concrete cell modules that were delivered to the site. The $29 million project is scheduled for completion this coming June.

    April 6, 2015
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    The pros and cons of body-worn cameras

    Some police departments are praising the use of body-worn officer cameras, while others are hesitant about the devices' legal and security ramifications.

    By Derek Prall • March 25, 2015
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    California police showing interest in nunchucks as a restraint tool (with related video)

    Law enforcement is taking another look at nunchucks, which were in wide use by police in the 1980s. The Anderson Police Department in rural Northern California has added nunchucks, also called nunchucku, to its arsenal of non-lethal weapons.

    By Michael Keating • Feb. 14, 2015
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    DC is alight with the Pillar of Fire

    The Biblical Book of Exodus inspires Washington's newest sculpture.

    By Erin Greer • Dec. 11, 2014
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    It’s a dangerous job…

    Public works professions are some of the most dangerous jobs available, but some cities are working hard to mitigate these risks.

    By Derek Prall • Nov. 17, 2014
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    Wildlife causes problems in urban environments

    As cities grow, often they encroach on the natural habitats of potentially dangerous animals.

    By Derek Prall • Oct. 15, 2014
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    Georgia high school holds active shooter drill

    Late last month South Forsyth High School, located in Forsyth County, Ga., held an active shooter drill to test the response abilities of the local sheriff’s department, fire department and EMS teams.

    By Derek Prall • Oct. 6, 2014
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    Ford introduces concept vehicle for prison transport (with related video)

    Ford has introduced a concept vehicle for prison transport. It is the 2015 Ford Transit Prisoner Transport Vehicle, or Transit PTV.

    By Michael Keating • Sept. 30, 2014
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    Prison produce

    Many of the nation's prisons have gardening programs in place to teach inmates skills, reduce recidivism and increase access to affordable, healthy food in the community.

    By Derek Prall • June 11, 2014