Biomedical Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
and a listing of every possible action lies beyond
the scope of this guidance. The list of poten-
tial actions provided below gives an overview
of the techniques and strategies available. The
Library in Appendix C contains references to
many sources of information on these topics. The
following section will discuss special considera-
tions when evaluating actions to meet your goals
and objectives.
The planning team
should draw on all
available sources of expertise when selecting
specific actions, keeping in mind the
overall objectives of maximizing opportuni-
ties for multi-hazard mitigation; promoting
sustainability through choosing socially,
economically, and environmentally beneficial
solutions; supporting preparedness, response,
and recovery; and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
Terrorism and Technological Hazard Mitigation Actions
The list of actions below is by no means exhaustive or definitive; rather, it is intended as a point of
departure for identifying potential mitigation techniques and strategies in your community or state.
Site Planning and Landscape Design
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Locate critical offices away from uncon-
trolled public areas
Implement Crime Prevention Through Envi-
ronmental Design (CPTED)
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Separate delivery processing facilities from
remaining buildings
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Minimize concealment opportunities in
landscaping and street furniture, such as
hedges, bus shelters, benches, and trash
receptacles
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Maintain access for emergency responders,
including large fire apparatus
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Identify and provide alternate water supplies
for fire suppression
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Design grounds and parking facilities
for natural surveillance by concen-
trating pedestrian activity, limiting
entrances/exits, and eliminating concealment
opportunities
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Eliminate potential site access through utility
tunnels, corridors, manholes, etc.
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Architectural and Interior Space Planning
Separate vehicle and pedestrian traffic
Collocate/combine staff andvisitor entrances;
minimize queuing in unprotected areas
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Implement vehicle and pedestrian access
control and inspection at perimeter (ensure
ability to regulate flow of people and vehi-
cles one at a time)
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Incorporate employee and visitor screening
areas into planning and design
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Minimize device concealment opportunities
such as mailboxes and trash receptacles
outside screened areas
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Design site circulation to minimize vehicle
speeds and eliminate direct approaches to
structures
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Prohibit retail activities in non-secured areas
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Incorporate vehicle barriers such as walls,
fences, trenches, ponds/basins, plantings,
trees, sculptures, and fountains into site plan-
ning and design
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Do not locate toilets and service spaces in
non-secured areas
Locate critical assets (people, activities,
systems) away from entrances, vehicle circu-
lation and parking, and loading and mainte-
nance areas
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Ensure adequate site lighting
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Design signage for simplicity and clarity
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