New Security Blog

I ran across a new security blog the other day that might be of interest to members of the chemical security community, Svaconsultant's Blog. It is written by David McCann who has apparently worked as a security consultant for a number of years. While this is not specifically directed at CFATS issues, CFATS has come up a number of times in the discussion since the blog started earlier this month. My only complaint is the lack of links to supporting information within the blog postings. There are two specific postings to date that I think are especially appropriate for all facilities and for high-risk chemical facilities in particular: How to Avoid Serious Security Problems and How Security Enhances A Company’s Bottom Line. In the first blog McCann looks at the importance of prevention and provides a list of three security rules that must be taken into account when developing a security plan. These are:

“Rule No. 1 – It is not possible to protect everything. “Rule No. 2 – There is no such thing as 100% Guaranteed Security. “Rule No. 3 – Circumstances and the Environment are Subject to Change.”

In the second blog I have listed McCann provides a list of five solid business reasons to implement a security plan. This is an interesting insight as most people consider security just another cost center. His five reasons deal with:

“Prevention of Incidents “Prevention of Negligent Liability “Staff Morale “Company Perception “Sales Advantage”

This appears to be a blog that will bear watching. I’m adding it to my list of blogs to keep an eye on.