Security and Emergency Preparedness
The safety and security of commercial office buildings remain a top priority in BOMA/GLA’s public policy efforts. As urban environments evolve and technology plays an increasing role in property security, building owners and managers rely on BOMA/GLA for critical insights on emerging threats and best practices for facility operations.
A Trusted Resource for Law Enforcement and Emergency Services
BOMA/GLA maintains strong partnerships with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and other law enforcement agencies across Los Angeles County. Through ongoing collaboration with command staff and local precincts, members gain valuable insights into crime trends and security concerns while providing direct feedback on building safety challenges.
Security and Emergency Preparedness Committee
The Security and Emergency Preparedness Committee serves as a key resource for:
- Identifying security trends and recommending best practices for building safety
- Providing guidance on emergency preparedness planning and training for building staff and tenants
- Offering expert-led educational programs on the latest security technologies and risk mitigation strategies
This committee brings together a diverse group of industry professionals, including:
- Building owners and managers
- Security specialists
- Technology experts
- Emergency preparedness consultants
Together, they assess current challenges and collaborate with government and private-sector experts to deliver valuable insights to BOMA/GLA members.
Addressing Key Security Challenges
Safety concerns vary across Los Angeles County, requiring a tailored approach for each jurisdiction. BOMA/GLA works closely with police, fire, and emergency response officials to address critical security issues, including:
- Traffic safety in commercial districts
- Terrorism threats and emergency response planning
- Property crime, vandalism, and building intrusions
- Managing the impact of homelessness on commercial properties
Through strategic advocacy and industry collaboration, BOMA/GLA continues to support effective policies, proactive security measures, and enhanced emergency preparedness for the commercial real estate industry.
BOMA/GLA Serves as a Resource to Police and Fire Departments
Key to our success as a leader in commercial office safety is our relationships with the Los Angeles Police Department and other police agencies throughout Los Angeles County. By sustaining an on-going dialogue with both command staff and local captains, our members gain insight into crimes and other security issues, while providing feedback to the police on building safety concerns.
BOMA/GLA identifies trends and makes recommendations on tools to maintain secure buildings, and act as a resource on emergency preparedness planning and training for building staff and tenants through our Security and Emergency Preparedness Committee. The strength of the committee lies in their breadth of expertise and knowledge: owners and managers, security professionals, technology experts and other consultants determine current needs, then identify government or private sector experts to bring insights to our members through educational offerings.
The participation by police and fire officials adds to the conversation on key issues, as each major city in the county has different challenges, including traffic safety in commercial areas, possible terrorist threats, property crime and vandalism, and the presence of homeless individuals.
Advocate for Homeless Services and Housing
Addressing homelessness issues by advocating for additional services balanced with clear rules that maintain access to building entrances.
Terrorism and Threat Assessment Education and Resources
Providing key resources through timely seminars, awareness training, and collaboration with local police and fire departments.
Cybersecurity Awareness in Buildings
Educating members on how to inform building staff and contractors of simple, yet important, procedures to ensure building system security.
Emergency Planning and Preparedness
Consistently bringing forward new operating standards and training for staff and tenants which raises the bar for the industry as a whole.
Building Evacuation Training
Partnering with local fire departments to create standards that not only trained floor wardens but included tenant representatives as well.