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To what extent
can authorities see what's going on inside their school?
Provide direct, natural surveillance. Staff should be
able to look up and see the source of the noise or observe
activity. If this is not the case, the installation of
windows or convex mirrors is the next-best option. Windows
can provide natural surveillance while mirrors provide
a secondary view. If options are exhausted, surveillance
cameras or patrols by staff or volunteers are some remaining
possibilities.
In many cases, natural surveillance is blocked by posters,
notices, or artwork on windows. Removing these obstacles
can make a difference. See-through backpacks, open or screened
lockers, and clothing restrictions are also options that
can increase visibility. Growing crowds can act as a visual
screen, hiding activity in an otherwise open area; mirrors,
cameras, or observation posts that provide a view over
the heads of students can address this situation. Scheduling
also can be planned with the goal of limiting crowds in
the hallways or other gathering places.
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