publicsafety

Development of TEEX’s affordable risk assessment software complete

After two years of design and development by a team of Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) multi-risk experts, the Secure Assessment Software Tool, or SAST, was completed in December 2008.

The Web-based, encrypted software is designed to help risk managers identify physical security system vulnerabilities and define and address shortfalls in planning, equipment and training.

Forensic Science Academy offers comprehensive certificate program

TEEX Public Safety & Security has established the Forensic Science Academy, a broad-based, comprehensive program designed to train law enforcement personnel and staff who process crime scenes, and also to provide specialized seminars to educate attorneys and judges who hear these criminal cases. Three program levels will be available: Forensic Technician, Forensic Investigator and Forensic Analyst.