JCRC Security and Emergency Planning

Revised May 21, 2009

Security Alert List

Updates and additional information will be sent to the JCRC security alert list. If you wish to receive security updates and alerts, add your name and information to this list. Check this page often for updates.

Recent Advisories and Alerts

NEW. FBI Cybersecurtiy alert on e-mail scams and social networking safety tips.
NEW. F lu updates
NYPD Briefing on U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Shooting, June 10, 2009
Listen to the Briefing on the Riverdale Bomb Plot with NYPD Comm. Ray Kelly and FBI Asst. Director Joseph Demarest, Jr.
JCRC Security Alert, May 21, 2009: Riverdale Bomb Plot
NYPD Briefing on Plot to Bomb Riverdale Synagogues
JCRC Security Advisory, Dec. 28, 2008: Events in Middle East mandate heightened vigilance
JCRC Security Alert Jan. 6, 2009: Enhanced vigilance necessary; potential for the disruption of religious services or events; rumors about alleged threat to NY

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Security Training for the Riverdale Community

In the aftermath of the NYPD/FBI operation foiling the Riverdale Bomb Plot the JCRC, in conjunction with the Riverdale JCRC and the Riverdale YM-YWHA conducted security and counterterrorism training for Riverdale synagogues and other local Jewish organizations. Experts from the NYPD, FBI and John Jay College of Criminal Justice presented recommendations and guidelines on upgrading a facility's security hardware and how to detect hostile surveillance. The goal of the training was to give the organizations the tools to develop a thorough culture of security. Additional and specific trainings are being scheduled.

EMERGENCY
PLANNING RESOURCES

Emergency Planning: Disaster and Crisis Response Systems for Jewish Organizations, published by United Jewish Communities, John Jay College of Criminal Justice and JCRC is available here.
Fire Safety. Fires and burns increase during the Sukkoth holidays. Check out these suggestions.
Power outages. It seems that power outages are occurring more often. Learn what you can do to protect your organization and constituent in Power Outages 101 for Jewish Organizations
School and classroom "go-kits." Are you thinking about what to include? Check out these suggestions and send us your ideas for additional items.
Pandemic flu. For the latest guidance from the CDC, HHS and NYC go to the pandemic flu webpage.
Coastal storms. Experts are predicting an active hurricane season which could a devastating impact on the metropolitan area should a hurricane strike in the area. To find out if you might be affected and what you should be doing click here.

SECURITY
INFORMATION

High Holiday Planning. The High Holidays are a special challenge for synagogues. Find out more information here in this updated chapter.
Sample Building Access Policies and Procedures. Learn here how to balance the goals of having your institution both welcoming and secure.
Suspicious Activity. Click here to learn more about Indications of Suspicious Activity from our partners at John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Security alert list. To receive JCRC security alerts and other pertinent information click here.
Emergency Planning: Disaster and Crisis Planning for Jewish Organizations
ADL Security Page
Secure Community Network Page

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These publications is not intended to provide comprehensive, institution-specific advice on any aspect of security or emergency planning nor are they meant to replace the advice of a professional in the appropriate field (e.g., emergency planning, law, building safety). Some of the topics discussed in these publications are subject to federal, state/provincial and/or local codes and regulations. This publication does not provide a universal guide for regulatory compliance. The material is being provided for educational and informational purposes only, without representation, guarantee or warranty of any kind, and it should not be construed as professional advice. Neither the authors nor JCRC-NY are responsible for any injury, loss or damages to persons or property arising from the use or misuse of this information.

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