IITA Research Guide 44

Security at agricultural research stations
 Piers D. Austin  March 1996

 

Abstract. Research stations are difficult to secure; yet security is especially important, because research results are lost if experimental crops, equipment and data are stolen. Security aims to protect life and property. Funding for security may seem wasted, but only one incident can cost more than investment in security. Security begins with good relations to the surrounding community. Security includes the establishment of a security force, appropriate station layout and fencing, and correct security management.

 

Objectives, Study materials, Practicals
Questions
 
1 Need for security
2 Community and police relations
3 Security force
4 Buildings, site layout, fences
5 Opeations and gate control
6 Pilferage
7 Bibliography
8 Suggestions for trainers
   
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