| Description |
1 online resource (xiv, 289 pages) |
| Series |
Homeland security series |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Critical infrastructure -- The energy sector -- Energy sector security -- Vulnerability assessments (VA) -- Preparation : when is enough, enough? -- SCADA -- Emergency response -- Security techniques & hardware |
| Summary |
In the post-9/11 world, the possibility of energy infrastructure terrorism -- the use of weapons to cause devastating damage to the energy industrial sector and cause cascading effects -- is very real. Energy Infrastructure Protection and Homeland Security is a reference for those involved with our energy infrastructure who want quick answers to complicated questions. It is intended to help employers and employees handle security threats they must be prepared to meet on a daily basis. This updated second edition focuses on all components of the energy sector, including sites involved in producing, refining, transporting, generating, transmitting, conserving, building, distributing, maintaining, and controlling energy systems and system components. It presents common-sense methodologies in a straightforward manner and is accessible to those who have no experience with energy infrastructure or homeland security. Through this text, readers gain an understanding of the challenges of domestic preparedness and the immediate need for heightened awareness regarding the present threats faced by the energy sector as a potential terrorist target. This book provides knowledge of security principles and measures that can be implemented, adding a critical component not only to one's professional knowledge but also giving one the tools needed to combat terrorism |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on March 16, 2017) |
| Subject |
Energy facilities -- Protection -- United States
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Energy facilities -- Security measures -- United States
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Terrorism -- United States -- Prevention
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Civil defense -- United States.
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BUSINESS & ECONOMICS -- Infrastructure.
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SOCIAL SCIENCE -- General.
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Civil defense
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Terrorism -- Prevention
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United States
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2016006529 |
| ISBN |
9781598888171 |
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159888817X |
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