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Portland School Security Window Film

Welcome to Portland Window Tint, your trusted source for school security window film in Portland and the surrounding area! In recent years, schools in Portland have faced a growing concern regarding security, particularly when it comes to gun violence and potential intruders. Ensuring the safety of students and teachers is of paramount importance, and effective security measures play a crucial role in achieving this goal.

At Portland Window Tint, we understand the urgent need to fortify schools against potential threats. Our comprehensive security window film solutions offer a proactive approach to enhancing security while providing valuable response time for evacuation in critical situations.

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Security Challenges for Schools in Portland

Schools in Portland face significant challenges related to the threat of school shootings and gun violence.  Staff members of Portland Public Schools have recommended the presence of police officers on campuses to address the increasing incidents of violence and shootings. Following the tragic events at Oxford High School in Michigan, schools across Oregon have had to grapple with responding to multiple threats, both real and false. Portland Public Schools have implemented a strict weapon policy that prohibits students from possessing, storing, making, or using weapons in any school-related setting. The policy extends to look-alike items, false fire alarms, bomb threats, and intentionally false reports of dangerous conditions.

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Security Film Options

We offer a range of security film options to suit the specific needs and budgets of Portland schools:

Basic Security Film

  • Economical option to strengthen window glass
  • Single layer of standard security film
  • Goal: Increase response time by approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute
  • Applied to the interior

Premium Security Film

  • Made with advanced carbon fiber, cross-weave technology for durability and tear-resistance
  • Single layer of premium security film; anchoring system recommended
  • Goal: Increase response time by approximately 30 seconds to 3 minutes
  • Applied to the interior
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Dual Premium Security Film (Interior & Exterior)

  • Recommended for schools with dual-pane glazing
  • Interior and exterior application of premium security film; anchoring system
  • Goal: Increase response time by approximately 3 minutes or more
  • Applied to the interior and exterior

Bomb Blast Resistant Film

  • Offered for both single and dual-pane applications
  • Premium security window film; anchoring system
  • Goal: Increase flexibility and shatter resistance of glass
  • Applied to the interior and exterior (recommended)

Ballistic Resistant Security Film

  • Features thicker glass and three layers of security window film
  • Designed to protect against crimes committed with 9mm handguns or below
  • Not suitable for assault rifles
  • Thick window glass; specialized priming agent; multiple layers of security film; customization options
  • Goal: Increase response time and ballistic resistance of glass
  • Applied to the interior and exterior
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Important Factors for Schools to Consider

When implementing security film solutions, schools should consider the following crucial factors:

Single or Double-Pane Windows

Window type impacts response time. We recommend a double layer of security film for single-pane glass to provide additional strength and response time.

Side Doors and Points of Entry

Entryway doors are vulnerable points. Extend security measures to side doors, back doors, sidelights, and any other potential entry points.

Interior/Exterior Locking Doors

Both sets of doors should be coated with security film for enhanced security, especially with automatically locking mechanisms. Protecting both the interior and exterior access points is crucial.

Protection for Front Desk

Ensure the front desk area is protected to enable immediate activation of lockdown measures upon threat identification. Prioritize the safety of staff and students in high-risk areas.

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Resources for Portland Schools

We provide the following resources to assist schools in understanding and implementing security film solutions:

Legislation on School Security

Stay informed about recent legislation in Portland concerning school security. We can provide information on relevant bills passed in response to school shootings, offering insight into legal requirements and recommendations.

  • A recently proposed bill would make threats of mass violence a felony.
  • House Bill 3584 would mandate that each school district must implement a comprehensive policy for promptly informing parents and staff about safety threats.
  • Portland Public Schools staff have recommended stationing police officers in schools to tackle the issue of increasing violence and shootings on school campuses.
  • Portland Public Schools has a weapon policy that establishes a “Weapon-Free School Zone” that extends 1,000 feet from the boundary of any school property.

School Security Consultants

Consider hiring security consultants to evaluate your campus and guide you in selecting suitable security film options. Their expertise can help tailor a comprehensive security strategy. Here are some security companies that serve the Portland area:

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Bullet Resistant Standards

Understand bullet-resistant and blast-resistant glass standards, including performance criteria, design elements, and varying levels of protection. We can provide insights and guidance on meeting these standards.

  • This article explains how ratings for levels of bullet-resistant glass are calculated by the protection the glass offers, based on the number of rounds fired before it breaks as well as the size of the weapon used.
  • The UL 752 scale of ballistic resistance levels is used to rate ballistic-grade security glazings.
  • There are different types of bullet-resistant glass, and the best fit depends on specific needs.

Demonstration Videos

Visualize the effectiveness of security film through demonstration videos. Witness the deterrence it provides against armed intruders and observe the significant difference in breaking time between treated and untreated glass.

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Contact Portland Window Tint

Securing our schools is a top priority, and implementing security film solutions can greatly enhance safety and response time during critical incidents. At Portland Window Tint, we are dedicated to providing schools in Portland with the highest quality security film options tailored to their specific needs.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Contact Portland Window Tint today to discuss your school’s security requirements and schedule a consultation. Together, we can create a safer learning environment for our children.