Today’s world has become one where security is needed even in the most peaceful of places, such as schools and houses of worship. Even in the places that should feel the safest, it is critical to have security, weapons detection, and a full protective game plan.

Houses of worship provide a location for like-minded people dedicated to their faith to congregate. In recent history there have been too many sorrowful moments that have included the harming of people in their places of worship. For example, the unfortunate shooting at Tree of Life in Pittsburgh was a difficult event for people to process. It is another reminder that we must stay vigilant and protect our houses of worship.

There are ways to safeguard your place of worship, including using weapons detection systems. We can help you determine a best use plan for our weapons detection system, one that will make you feel safer and give you peace of mind. It may be overwhelming at first, the idea of searching for weapons at your facility. But, once you are familiar with the system, you and your fellow worshipers will benefit from the advantages of having a weapons detection system. It is unfortunate that houses of worship have been included in the growing list of places that need enhanced security, but this is something we can work on together to address calmly and responsibly.

Expanding Security in Houses of Worship

Your house of worship may currently have no form of security beyond the watchful eyes of your congregation. By adding a weapons detection system, you can expand your security footprint to find weapons that may be brought in via bags or purses. Think of this safety tactic as a team effort to stay protected.

Deterring Illegal Activity

Years ago, the idea of weapons detection systems in houses of worship would have been shocking. It is a different world today, and we need to plan accordingly to prevent bad things from happening. With the implementation of weapons detection systems in houses of worship, we can help deter people from acting on their worst thoughts. Just the appearance of a weapons detection system could be enough to stop someone from following through with a terrible plan, knowing there are extensive security measures at your building.

Protection from Hidden Threats

There are many ways a person can sneak weapons into houses of worship. Those may include bags, purses, backpacks, large coats, and other ways of hiding items. A weapons detection system will screen those items and find anything that looks suspicious. The threat of hidden items can then be neutralized.

Provide a Safe Space for Worshipers

Using a weapons detection system can give you a truly safe place to worship. When you do not have to worry about outside threats, you can let yourself relax and enjoy your time in peaceful worship and prayer.

Temperature Detection

Our weapons detection systems also have a temperature detection feature, meaning anyone entering your building can be screened for elevated temperature. This process can add another level of protection to your house of worship by safeguarding your space from the potential spread of illnesses. Prior to entering your building, a person’s temperature can be checked from a safe distance. By screening people before they enter your building, you can stop them from introducing potential infections or viruses to your worship building and congregation. The convenience of this type of non-contact temperature detection assists everyone, from the person being screened who may not realize they have an elevated temperature to the operator of the detector who can remain at a safe but effective distance. If an increase in temperature is discovered, that person can then be seen by a medical professional who can assess if they have a virus or other illness. If you are not feeling well or are over the age of 65, ask your medical professional if it is safe for you attend gatherings.