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OPENING PLENARY New Tools for Threat Identification and Risk
Management
Learn how to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to identify threats and vulnerabilities, including adjacent property owners, the potential targetís perimeter and points of access, site layout, and circulation patterns. Examine alternative countermeasures and explore methods for establishing security priorities. Find out how GIS can be used to store and compare data for establishing priorities and implementation. Learn how to conduct a preliminary threat identification, vulnerability analysis, and risk assessment. In addition, get an introduction to the new FEMA 430 publication that provides design guidance for mitigating potential damage from terrorist attacks against buildings. Speakers: Susan Ballard Hirsch, ASIS, President, Government Services Integrated Process Team, LLC; Michael Chipley, Ph.D., Risk and Emergency Management Homeland Security Program, PBS&J; and Michael Johnson, Midwest Regional Manager, Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
Building Security: Design, Historic Preservation,
and Post-9/11 Liability Exposure
Terrorism, crime, biohazards, and workplace violence have heightened public awareness about security in the built environment, requiring design professionals, building owners, and government agencies to balance the need for openness with the need for enhanced security. This program will analyze the three essential elements to a comprehensive security plan: design; technology; and operations; along with planning and retrofit design solutions for cultural landmarks and other existing buildings. Panelists will discuss applicable codes and industry standards, public spaces, site perimeter, ownerís needs, threat assessments, risk analysis, and operational solutions. They will also discuss ways in which design professionals can reduce liability exposure and increase building safety by implementing preventative strategies with owners. Speakers: Caroline Alderson, Program Manager, U.S. General Services Administration, Center for Historic Buildings; Raymond T. Mellon, Esq., Partner, Zetlin & De Chiara; and Barbara A. Nadel, FAIA, Principal, Barbara Nadel Architect.
Tensions Between Building Perimeter Security,
Open Space, and the Public Realm
Based on the experience of urban designers working in Washington, DC, and New York City, this workshop will examine the tensions between the requirements of a perimeter security system and viable public open space. Learn about these issues from a design and regulatory perspective and explore the methods used to integrate security into the urban landscape. Through case studies, examine perimeter security projects ranging from the historic, open landscape of the Washington Monument to a dense urban landscape around the financial center in New York City. Speakers: Patti Gallagher, AICP, Executive Director, National Capital Planning Commission; Kathleen L. John-Alder, ASLA, Associate Partner, Olin Partnership; Susannah Drake, ASLA, Associate AIA, Rogers Marvel Architects PLLC; and Elizabeth Miller, ASLA, Senior Urban Designer/Planner, National Capital Planning Commission
GSA provides national leadership, policy direction, and standards in the areas of architecture, engineering, urban development, design, fine arts, historic preservation, construction services, and project management. To assure a high standard of excellence for the American public, GSA engages the best private-sector architects, landscape architects and engineers to design, renovate, and construct federal buildings through its internationally renowned Design and Construction Excellence Programs. GSA has a critical role in security design. The Administrator of General Services chairs the Interagency Security Committee (ISC). The ISC is responsible for establishing policies for the security and protection of Federal facilities and is overseeing the implementation of security measures in Federal buildings including security design criteria for new construction and modernization projects. GSA also manages national programs in such areas as sustainable design, workplace productivity, fire protection/life safety, and design and cost benchmarking. Speaker: Ed Feiner, FAIA, Affiliate ASLA, Chief Architect, U.S. General Services Administration, Office of the Chief Architect
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