Public Safety & Security at Dams: Two Sides of the Same Coin: Agenda

February 10, 2026
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Why Public Safety and Security should be considered together  

Module 1: Foundations of Public Safety and Security  

• Overview of Public Safety and Security Trends at Dams  
  • Cyber Attacks
  • Trespassing and Vandalism
  • Public Interest, Access, and Interaction
• Questions & Answers  

Module 2: Common Hazards and Security Concerns  

• Hazard Creep and Dams in Urban/Developed Settings  
• River Recreation and Low Head Dams  
• Typical Public Safety Hazards  
  • Hydraulic Hazards
  • Falls
  • Strainers
  • Releases
  • Divers
  • Confined Spaces
  • Other Hazards
• Questions & Answers  

Module 3: Planning and Prevention Strategies  

• Developing an Effective Public Safety and Security Plan  
  • Threat and Vulnerability Assessment
  • Public Safety Management Program
  • Classic Risk Management Process
  • Creating a Climate of Crime Prevention at Your Dam
  • Managing available Resources

Final Q&A  

• Review and Discussion
• Closing Remarks