Church Security

Armed church security volunteers in Utah operate in a uniquely permissive legal environment, but that freedom comes with significant responsibility. Utah’s combination of statewide firearm preemption, permitless carry, and volunteer-immunity statutes creates a framework in which churches may lawfully authorize armed volunteers—yet remain fully accountable for how those volunteers are selected, trained, supervised, and integrated

Overview The First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the public the right to assemble and express opinions through demonstrations. While this right is fundamental, it also places responsibility on government agencies to maintain order and protect lives and property during such events. Under most state statutes, assemblies may be declared unlawful, and law

This guide equips a solo defender with actionable tools to mitigate threats in environments lacking full-time security teams. It integrates Kearnan Consulting’s all-hazards methodology, legal defensibility, and tactical readiness. Site Profiling & Risk Assessment Checklist Template Emergency Protocols Lockdown Procedures Evacuation Planning Medical Response Daily Readiness Routine Morning Protocol Weekly Tasks Training Modules Core Competencies

In many faith-based houses of worship, an individual security steward often operates solo, shouldering the weight of risk assessment, emergency response, and legal compliance. This “Lone Defender Threat Mitigation Plan” gives you a clear, modular framework, transforming isolated duties into a structured, defensible program. Risk Awareness & Site Profiling Before you can secure your facility,

This guidance equips any individual tasked with solo safety and security responsibilities to align their actions with the congregation’s mission, legal obligations, and operational reality. It addresses business considerations, liability, leadership engagement, playbook development, and personal resilience. 1. Rethinking the Title Safety and Security roles in houses of worship are more than lone “defenders.” Consider