Security Planning and Design

When designing a new building or planning the renovation of an existing one, it is crucial that security be considered as a part of the design and planning process. For more than 25 years, ATHENS DYNAMIC SERVICES has assisted owners, architects, engineers, and property managers with the planning of security for new construction and renovation projects. The typical tasks that we perform during the security planning process are:

• Ιdentification of security risks and threats
• Determination of security requirements
• Development of preliminary security concepts for buildings and site
• Identification of areas within the buildings that require varying degrees of protection
• Creation of security zones
• Preparation of Building Security Plan that identifies requirements for:
  • Doors and lock hardware
  • Fencing and gates
  • Landscaping
  • Vehicular barriers
  • Parking lot and site lighting
  • Electronic security systems: access control, video surveillance, security intercom, intrusion alarms, panic alarms, etc.
  • Security screening equipment: package x-ray, metal detection systems, etc.
  • Safes, vaults, and file storage systems
  • Security signage
  • Συστήματα επικοινωνιών έκτακτης ανάγκης
  • Security control room
  • Security of telephone and data rooms
  • Security of critical utilities
  • Protection of HVAC air intakes
• Participation in design meetings with architect, owner, and other members of design team
• Provide consultation to architect and design team on effective implementation of CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) principals
• Provide assistance in developing technical specification sections for security related systems and services