ABSTRACT
Many organizations have vaguely defined security programs that attempt to protect unknown vulnerabilities from unknown threats.* In order to effectively protect people, assets, and property, organizations have to understand what their risks are and where they are vulnerable. Unfortunately, we have found that most organizations do not have these critical pieces of information. The logical starting point on the way to a clearly developed security program is to define soft targets, active shooters, and workplace violence to ensure that everyone understands the topic. From there, training and awareness
What Are Soft Targets? ............................................................................................................... 294 Solutions .................................................................................................................................. 295
San Bernardino, California, at 11:00 am PST on December 2, 2015 ..................................... 296 A Possible Motive ................................................................................................................... 298 Farook’s Home ........................................................................................................................ 298
What Is Workplace Violence? .................................................................................................... 298 Work Environment ...................................................................................................................... 299 Violence and Crime in the Workplace ...................................................................................... 299
Solutions ..................................................................................................................................300 Seven Things You Need to Know about Soft Targets ............................................................ 301
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Guidance ...........................................................302 Conclusion ...................................................................................................................................303 Ten Things You Need to Know .................................................................................................303
