by Jane Gray Associates (JGA)
At JGA, we assess the foreseeability of violent crime in premises liability and negligent security cases. To do so, we conduct crime data analyses to determine the spatial risk of violent crime occurring in and around the subject location. We rely on data from local law enforcement agencies in the study area to determine the frequency of violent crime in a given time period. We further analyze the data by calculating violent crime rates for the study area and compare these rates to the city or county, state, and national rates which provides us with another way of interpreting crime risks.
Why Should Administrators and Security Personnel Consider Local Crime Risks? Understanding crime patterns around your location is essential to maintaining a secure and safe environment and reducing risk to your business, employees and the peopleyou serve. Consider the following:
- Proactive Safety Measures: Analyzing local crime trends allows for the implementation of targeted security strategies before incidents occur.
- Legal Protection: Demonstrating due diligence in addressing foreseeable security risks can help mitigate liability in premises liability and negligent security cases.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Comparing crime rates against regional benchmarks ensures informed decisions about necessary security investments and protocols.
- Enhanced Trust: Creating a safer environment for employees, visitors, and residents fosters stronger community relationships and enhances operational reputation.
Equip your team to assess risks, plan security measures, and protect your community effectively by staying informed. JGA helps people prioritize their safety through expert understanding of laws, regulations, and evidence-based analysis of the patterns which impact our clients.
With its micro-level unit of analysis, Risk Terrain Modeling (RTM) allows us to take our crime analyses one step further by pinpointing risky places as small as street blocks. Results from RTM enhance our analysis by identifying specific places (i.e., businesses, bus stops, residential buildings) located within hotspots that contribute to or help mitigate risks of crime. Furthermore, RTM allows us to perform temporal analyses which offer additional insight into the foreseeability of crime. Most importantly, not only does RTM identify vulnerable places where crimes are likely to occur, it also tells us why crime emerges and persists at particular locations.
Getting ahead of liability concerns starts with adopting evidence-based practices that prioritize proactive safety and risk management. By understanding local crime dynamics and implementing data-informed strategies, you can protect your assets and the people who rely on your spaces. Consulting experts like JGA ensure you’re equipped with insights tailored to your unique security needs. Leverage advanced place-based analytics for even greater precision and actionable intelligence by contacting Simsi today and learn how we can help transform your approach to site safety and security.
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