Assessment of School Safety Measures: Basis for a Precautionary Plan

This study examined the perceptions and experiences of the GNCLCI community regarding school safety measures. Data were collected from 37 respondents, including teachers, administrators, and parents, through a survey assessing various aspects of school safety. The study explored the demographic profiles of respondents, including age, gender, civil status, educational attainment, and duration of time spent at GNCLCI. The perceptions of physical security, such as perimeter safety, building security, emergency exits, fire safety, and first aid, were analyzed alongside personnel security, which included background checks, staff training, visitor management, and emergency protocols, as well as overall satisfaction with safety measures. Results indicated generally positive perceptions of school safety across all areas. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the perceptions of faculty and parents regarding overall safety. Additionally, no significant correlation was found between safety perceptions and overall satisfaction. The primary challenge identified was a lack of adequate budget to implement comprehensive security measures. The study recommends enhancing engagement with the school community, thoroughly reviewing existing security protocols, exploring additional funding sources, and further investigating factors that influence overall satisfaction.