The 2002 SAFETY Act gives companies with anti-terrorism products different degrees of protection from liability, should their devices or services fail during a terrorist attack. The Homeland Security Department has approved more than 70 products for protection. Here's how known approvals-the department often does not publicize SAFETY Act actions immediately- break down by sector.
Sensors to screen the air for biological and chemical agents | 14 |
Technology and services for weapons screening at airports | 12 |
Perimeter surveillance and intrusion detection devices | 14 |
Planning, training and consulting | 8 |
Screening equipment to inspect vehicles and other cargo for weapons | 7 |
Software and other IT equipment | 6 |
Security personnel | 3 |
Blast-resistance equipment | 3 |
Radio, communications and interoperability equipment | 2 |
Others | 4 |
Source: https://www.safetyact.gov/
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