Stephen C. Satterly, II – Author

Professional Articles

School Safety Today – A review of available information on recent approaches to safety and security

According to the National Center for Education Statistics of the U.S. Department of Education (2012), there…
OSU Parade Tragedy Reminds us of the Need for All-Hazards Planning

This OSU Homecoming Parade attack exemplifies the need for the All-Hazards approach to emergency planning in…
Recent Terrorist Incidents

This brief list of just a few of the terrorist attacks in recent years shows not…
Review: The First 30 Seconds DVD, Safe Havens International

For transportation directors and supervisors, ‘what would you do’ is an important question that leads to…
Quick! Lives Could be at Stake!

Schools need to prepare for the unexpected, just as the military and civilian first responders do.…
Not on my Watch!

The rampage attack at Sandy Hook Elementary has caused the level of fear in this country…
Making Decisions Under Stress

Stressful situations present the decision maker with physiological, psychological, and emotional challenges that can impede proper…
7 Lessons Learned from the Sandy Hook School Shooting

Our analysts reviewed the Sandy Hook School Shooting Summary Report released on Nov. 25, 2013. We had discussions with…
Standard of Care: Deciding When to Use Hallways as Storm Shelters

While many schools have traditionally used hallways for storm sheltering, some hallways are not suitable due…
Severe Wind Event Sheltering

You are outside and see a tornado approaching, maybe 300 yards away. What would you do?…