TBU Installs Security Barrier Doors as the First University in the Country
8. January 2025These new additions prevent intruders from entering a room in an emergency situation, thereby protecting human lives. Constituting a special form of door lock, such barriers have been fitted in the building of the Faculty of Applied Informatics (FAI). They are designed for lecture halls that accommodate large numbers of people, and the TBU is the first university in the Czech Republic to get them.
The Rector, Prof. Milan Adámek, stated: “The safety of students and employees is a priority for us. We had been tackling the issue even prior to the tragic incident in Prague in 2023, which speeded up our actions. The protection system is initially fitted at the Faculty of Applied Informatics, and we want to deploy it in other buildings in the near future as well.”
Ing. Lukáš Kotek, the TBU’s Manager for Physical Security, commented: “A major hurdle involves solving fire safety conditions, which we’ve managed to do. As part of the process, we teamed up with Charles University, which has also been struggling with lock-down procedures. Together we presented the solution to the emergency services, including firefighters and police, in addition to the Ministries of the Interior and Education, and representatives of other universities, where it was met with great interest.”
The TBU in Zlín is constantly strengthening the security of its buildings. It continues to modernize and enhance the electronic access and movement control systems. Other areas of focus comprise education and heightening security awareness, and a plan exists to launch an information campaign on these topics. In cooperation with the Integrated Rescue Services of the Zlín Region, the University is currently preparing an active shooter drill and improving the quality of reception and guard services, a crucial aspect of numerous security processes.
