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The sixth edition of Security and Loss Prevention continues the tradition of providing introductory and advanced coverage of the body of knowledge of the security profession. To bridge theory to practice is the book's backbone, and Philip Purpura continues this strong effort with new sidebars and text boxes presenting actual security challenges from real-life situations. Globally recognized and on the ASIS International Certified Protection Professional reading list, the sixth edition of Security and Loss Prevention enhances its position in the market as a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and up-to-date treatment of the area, connecting the public and private sector and the worlds of physical security and technological security. Purpura once again demonstrates why students and professionals alike rely on this best-selling text as a timely, reliable resource encompassing the breadth and depth of considerations involved when implementing general loss prevention concepts and security programs within an organization.

Reflecting the diverse and specialized nature of the security industry, this volume provides an up-to-date treatment of a topic that has become increasingly complex as more vulnerabilities arise. Topics discussed include the history of security and the role of security professionals, terrorism and national strategies for homeland security, crime prevention through environmental design, workplace crime, insider threats and pre-employment screening, and executive and personnel protection. The book also examines the security of physical structures, threats to information security, security law and liabilities, risk management, and the future of security technology. Inhaltsverzeichnis Section I The History and Profession of Security. Definition, Role, and History of Security. Security in an Environment of Threats, Terrorism, and All-Hazards. The Profession and Business of Security. Section II Protecting People and Assets. Security Methodology. Security Strategies. Personnel Security. Physical Security. Information and Information Technology Security. Security Law and Liabilities. Investigations. Section III Risk and All-Hazards Protection. Enterprise Risk Management and Resilience. Protection of Critical Infrastructures and Key Resources. Section IV The Future. Twenty-First Century Security. Appendix. Index.