Would Your Occupants Know What to Do in a Real Emergency? ICYMI

Most security plans stop at systems. This conversation explores why occupant training, clear communication, and leadership buy-in are just as critical as hardware—and how unprepared tenants can put an entire building at risk.
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Nov. 17, 2025

Key Highlights

  • Occupants must be fully integrated into a building’s safety and security systems.
  • Clear, consistent communication tools keep everyone informed during emergencies.
  • Leadership involvement builds trust and strengthens preparedness culture. 
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Building occupants play an important role in keeping your building secure, from participating in drills to testing systems. This episode of the Buildings Podcast looks at ways you can educate your occupants so they know how to respond during a real emergency.

Read By: Janelle Penny

Written By: Lauren Brant

Read Article HERE: The Role of Occupants in Building Security Preparedness

Show Notes:

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About the Author

Lauren Brant
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Lauren Brant

Buildings Editor

Lauren Brant is the editor of Buildings. She is an award-winning editor and reporter whose work appeared in daily and weekly newspapers. She strives to create content that is informative and actionable for professionals, helping them discover new products, technology, and insights to make smarter building decisions. In 2020, the weekly newspaper won the Rhoades Family Weekly Print Sweepstakes—the division winner across the state's weekly newspapers. Lauren was also awarded the top feature photo across Class A papers. She holds a B.A. in journalism and media communications from Colorado State University-Fort Collins and a M.S. in organizational management from Chadron State College.

Janelle Penny
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Janelle Penny

Editor-in-Chief at BUILDINGS

Janelle Penny has been with BUILDINGS since 2010. She is a two-time FOLIO: Eddie award winner who aims to deliver practical, actionable content for building owners and facilities professionals.

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