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Being PreparedThere’s a lot being done—and much that we can do—to safeguard us from the effects of a terrorist attack, as well as undue fear of one. These resources will help you take precautions at home, at work, and while traveling abroad, cope with fears about about an attack, and provide news and updates on first responder systems.
OFAC Compliance Facts: What Every Business Should Know about OFAC Regulations
OFAC Compliance is required of all US businesses who do business with foreigners. These compliance facts will help you understand OFAC regulations and how to steer clear of business with terrorists and other sanctioned individuals. Top 7 Ways to Avoid Being Flagged on No-Fly Lists
Tens of thousands of innocent people have been flagged by the TSA No Fly List or other terrorist watchlists. If you're one of them, or want to check to see if you might be, follow these steps Homeland Security Emergency Preparation Resources
Homeland security begins with hometown security, and hometown security begins here, with contact information for state and local emergency response plans and volunteer opportunities. State Department Travel Safety Websites
Accurate and up-to-date information is the best protection against terrorist or political violence, when traveling abroad. Start with these U.S. State Department Internet sites providing travel safety tips, passport and visa information and up-to-date travel warnings for travelers abroad. Computer Security Methods
Computer Security, already challenged by accidents, viruses and cybercrime, has a new foe: cyberterrorism. Here find eight ways you can enhance computer security, whether you run a large organization or a home network. What Terrorist Threat Colors Mean
In the wake of 9/11, we've all gotten used to seeing threat levels ranked as green, blue, yellow, orange or red. The Red Cross explains each threat level, and how to prepare for each. Get on Board with U.S. Airline Regulations
Prepare for safer and more convenient airline travel by knowing what items U.S. airlines do, and don't, permit on board. Being Realistic about Fears of Terrorism
Culture of Fear author Barry Glassner discusses how to distinguish realistic fear from counter-productive fear in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. Red Cross Instructions for Creating Shelter-in-Place
Authorities may instruct people to take shelter in an interior room during hazardous materials emergencies. The Red Cross explains how to create a shelter-in-place at home, at work, at school and in your car. |
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