The Technology Behind the Most Advanced Active Shooter System

According to CNN, thus far in 2024, there have been 13 school shootings. Three occurred on college campuses, and nine were at K-12 schools. In total, 20 people were injured and eight people died. Since 2008, Texas has experienced the most school shootings of any state, with a total of 56. The latest shooting occurred on February 26, when a student was shot and injured at Odessa High.

In these situations, a fast response is vital. How quickly law enforcement arrives and takes action and how fast administrators can lock down areas determines, to a large degree, the number of people affected. To accomplish a quick response and notify law enforcement of the whereabouts of the shooter, gunshot detection systems are required. Discover what these systems offer and how schools in Houston, TX, are implementing the latest technology.

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Best-in-Class Gunshot Detection

At ASAP Security Services, we partner with EAGL Technology, the developer of the most advanced active shooter system on the market. The EAGL Gunshot Detection System has been recognized by ASTORS, the Homeland Security Awards Program, for five years running as the most cutting-edge security solution. 

Unlike gunshot detectors that recognize the sound of gunfire, this patented system captures energy levels. The sensors can even detect the caliber gun used in the shooting and differentiate between similar loud noises, such as fireworks, car backfires, and thunder.

An Integrated System

This Gunshot Detection System was developed to create a system that not only offered the most accurate detection but also locked doors to prevent the shooter from further penetration into the school. 

It integrates with existing access control systems, video surveillance, intercoms, and public-address systems. The system provides situational awareness as soon as it hears a gunshot. It sends an instant 911 dispatch, maps, and mass notifications via email, text, phone calls with pre-recorded messages, and PA system broadcasts within seconds. 

It performs lockdowns to keep students and staff safe and the shooter contained. Live video feed of the area is initiated, and the shooter is tracked, ensuring school personnel and law enforcement always know their location. 

Response: The Key to Containment

The key to protection during an active shooter situation is a quick response. After a gun is fired, police receive the 911 call and map within 7 seconds. They know the weapons used, the number of shots fired, and where the shooter is located. This type of detail can make all the difference in an active shooter event.

At ASAP Security Services, we’ve been serving Texas and providing state-of-the-art security solutions for over 70 years. Currently, we’re talking to top security experts and school administrators about the crisis occurring at our schools and how to navigate the complexities while enhancing school safety. To discover what the experts recommend, including the latest innovative technologies, check out SECURED.

To learn more about implementing gunshot detection systems in your school district or to schedule a security site assessment, contact ASAP Security Services today.