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  1. Mass Notification and Crisis Communications

    Planning, Preparedness, and Systems

    By Denise C. Walker

    Mass communication in the midst of a crisis must be done in a targeted and timely manner to mitigate the impact and ultimately save lives. Based on sound research, real-world case studies, and the author’s own experiences, Mass Notification and Crisis Communications: Planning, Preparedness, and...

    Published December 18th 2011 by CRC Press

  2. Managing Emerging Risk

    The Capstone of Preparedness

    By Kevin D. Burton

    From Main Street to Mumbai, Managing Emerging Risk: The Capstone of Preparedness considers the new global drivers behind threats and hazards facing all those tasked with protecting the public and private sector. The text delves into the global mindset of public and private sector emergency managers...

    Published December 12th 2011 by CRC Press

  3. U.S. Government Counterterrorism

    A Guide to Who Does What

    By Michael Kraft, Edward Marks

    U.S. Government Counterterrorism: A Guide to Who Does What is the first readily available, unclassified guide to the many U.S. government agencies, bureau offices, and programs involved in all aspects of countering terrorism domestically and overseas. The authors, veterans of the U.S. government’s...

    Published December 12th 2011 by CRC Press

  4. Principles of Emergency Management

    Hazard Specific Issues and Mitigation Strategies

    Edited by Michael J. Fagel

    Principles of Emergency Management: Hazard Specific Issues and Mitigation offers preparedness and mitigation recommendations for advanced emergency planning. Because disasters are so unpredictable, advance planning is needed to effectively respond to and mitigate against the potential effects of...

    Published December 11th 2011 by CRC Press

  5. Smart Grid Security

    An End-to-End View of Security in the New Electrical Grid

    By Gilbert N. Sorebo, Michael C. Echols

    The Smart Grid has the potential to revolutionize electricity delivery systems, and the security of its infrastructure is a vital concern not only for cyber-security practitioners, engineers, policy makers, and utility executives, but also for the media and consumers. Smart Grid Security: An...

    Published December 4th 2011 by CRC Press

  6. Introduction to Gangs in America

    By Ronald M. Holmes, Richard Tewksbury, George Higgins

    Gangs have long been a social and criminal threat to society. Introduction to Gangs in America explains how gangs are addressed as a criminal justice and public policy problem, providing a student-friendly, easily accessible, concise overview of the role, place, structure, and activities of gangs...

    Published December 1st 2011 by CRC Press

  7. Psychological Aspects of Crisis Negotiation, Second Edition

    By Thomas Strentz

    While there are many books on crisis negotiation, most of the current literature focuses on the history and mechanics of this dynamic process, leaving out critical elements that are required for a successful encounter with a hostage-taker or other malfeasant. Psychological Aspects of Crisis...

    Published November 30th 2011 by CRC Press

  8. Critical Incident Management

    A Complete Response Guide, Second Edition

    By Vincent Faggiano, John McNall, Thomas T. Gillespie

    Terrorism threats and increased school and workplace violence have always generated headlines, but in recent years, the response to these events has received heightened media scrutiny. Critical Incident Management: A Complete Resource Guide, Second Edition provides evidence-based, tested, and...

    Published November 14th 2011 by CRC Press

  9. Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems

    Edited by Richard K. Barnhart, Stephen B. Hottman, Douglas M. Marshall, J.D., Eric Shappee

    Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems is the editors’ response to their unsuccessful search for suitable university-level textbooks on this subject. A collection of contributions from top experts, this book applies the depth of their expertise to identify and survey the fundamentals of unmanned...

    Published October 24th 2011 by CRC Press

  10. Introduction to Emergency Management

    By Brenda D. Phillips, David M. Neal, Gary R. Webb

    The ultimate goal of every emergency management professional is to help citizens and communities prepare for natural, technological, or terrorist threats in order to mitigate damage and save lives. Providing an insider’s glimpse into this rewarding career, Introduction to Emergency Management...

    Published October 18th 2011 by CRC Press

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