Approved Technologies

The SAFETY Act provides two levels of liability protections for approval: Designation and Certification. By obtaining either Designation or Certification, companies obtain a level of legal protection in case their technology is ever put to use during a terrorist attack. See below for a list of approved technology certifications.

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Garrett Electronics, Inc. (d/b/a Garrett Metal Detectors) Approved: June 13, 2011 \| Expires: July 31, 2016 Garrett Electronics, Inc. (d/b/a Garrett Metal Detectors) provides Walk-through Metal Detectors. The Technology is a line of walk-through metal detectors and includes the following model: PD-6500i. The Technology uses low frequency electromagnetic fields and makes detections by measuring disturbances in those fields due to the presence of conductive metal. The Technology responds with visual and/or audible alarm warnings when detections are made. The Technology consists of three main subsystems: a detection unit (electronics), transmit and receive side panels, and auxiliary components. Included in the Technology are the Technology-related user manuals.
Garrett Electronics, Inc. (d/b/a Garrett Metal Detectors) Approved: June 13, 2011 \| Expires: July 31, 2016 Garrett Electronics, Inc. (d/b/a Garrett Metal Detectors) provides Walk-through Metal Detectors. The Technology is a line of walk-through metal detectors and includes the following models: CS-5000, MT-5500, MS-3500, and PD-6500i. The Technology uses low frequency electromagnetic fields and makes detections by measuring disturbances in those fields due to the presence of conductive metal. The Technology responds with visual and/or audible alarm warnings when detections are made. The Technology consists of three main subsystems: a detection unit (electronics), transmit and receive side panels, and auxiliary components. Included in the Technology are the Technology-related user manuals.
Messinger Mortuary & Chapel, Inc. d/b/a Messinger Indian School Mortuary, Inc. Approved: June 09, 2011 \| Expires: July 31, 2016 Messinger Mortuary & Chapel, Inc. d/b/a Messinger Indian School Mortuary, Inc. provides Certified Cargo Screening Facilities. The Technology, Certified Cargo Screening Facilities, are secure facilities established in accordance with directives issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for the screening and securing of cargo which will be transported on passenger aircraft. The Technology includes, in accordance with TSA directives, maintaining a security plan that limits access to secure cargo screening areas, training and vetting employees in accordance with TSA guidance, adherence to all TSA-specified chain of custody rules for this cargo, and use of TSA-approved methods and/or equipment for the screening of cargo. The Technology is limited to only those locations in possession of current TSA certifications for cargo screening facilities.
G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. Approved: June 09, 2011 \| Expires: June 30, 2016 G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. provides Physical Security Services. The Technology represents the provision of armed and unarmed security personnel, not requiring security clearances, at commercial, government, and government-related facilities, excluding nuclear facilities and/or those facilities operating under license to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The Technology also includes the qualification and training of personnel who conduct these services pursuant to the training standards that Wackenhut uses, and all attendant manuals and technical documentation related to the above-listed services. The Technology does not include response to Acts of Terrorism that use chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear (CBRN) agents or materials.
Visual Defence Inc. Approved: June 08, 2011 \| Expires: June 30, 2016 Visual Defence Inc. provides the VDI “SecurEye®”. The Technology The VDI “SecurEye®” camera creates a digital “video” recording that will survive blasts caused by explosive devices and other catastrophic events. The Technology is designed for both surveillance and post-event forensic investigations by recording video in a self-contained package.
Ameristar Fence Products, Inc. Approved: June 07, 2011 \| Expires: June 30, 2016 Ameristar Fence Products, Inc. provides the Impasse High Security Pale Fence. The Technology is high security fencing intended to deter, delay, and/or prevent intruders from gaining access to an asset or from launching attacks from the area immediately outside a facility’s perimeter. The Technology also includes Technology-related accessories such as privacy slats, intrusion detection system clips, rail covers, and barbwire arms; recommendations of qualified installers, a warranty; and guidelines for maintaining the Technology.
United Technologies Corporation, UTC Fire & Security Corporation, and UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc. Approved: June 07, 2011 \| Expires: July 31, 2016 United Technologies Corporation, UTC Fire & Security Corporation, and UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc., provide MobileView®. The Technology is a mobile surveillance system consisting of digital video recorders, cameras, audio microphones, a variety of accessory and ancillary devices, and support services. The Technology is designed for deployment on public transit vehicles such as buses, paratransit vans, and light rail and commuter rail vehicles. Also, the Technology can transmit digital and audio information to a monitoring station. Thus, when connected to a MobileView® network, centralized audio and video monitoring is possible. The Technology includes three MobileView® models: MobileView® 3, MobileView® 4, and MobileView® PENTA. Included in the Technology are: installation, maintenance, and support services; all service-related manuals, reference guides, and policies and procedures; and qualified personnel involved in deploying and servicing the Technology.
OSI Systems Inc. and Rapiscan Systems, Inc. Approved: June 07, 2011 \| Expires: June 30, 2016 OSI Systems Inc. and Rapiscan Systems, Inc. provides Rapiscan Conventional X-ray Systems. The Technology consists of units in the 500 and 600 Model Lines (515, 520B, 522B, 618XR, 620DV, 620XR, 622XR, 624XR, 626XR, 627DV, 627XR, 628DV, 628XR, 632DV, 632XR, 636SV, 638DV, and 638XR). The non intrusive systems use ionizing radiation, software, and hardware to produce density based images for the operator in which shapes and material types are outlined and is designed to be effective against incendiary weapons or explosive devices. The Technology also includes operation and maintenance training, system installation and integration, preventative maintenance, warranty services, manuals, image interpretation aids, peripherals, and upgrades.
Ameristar Fence Products, Inc. Approved: June 07, 2011 \| Expires: June 30, 2016 Ameristar Fence Products, Inc. provides the Stalwart Anti-Ram Passive Cable Barrier. The Technology is a passive vehicle barrier intended to create safe stand-off distance around protected areas or facilities. The Technology is applicable to Government and commercial facilities. The Technology also includes Guidance with atypical site conditions; guidance with the selection of a specific Ameristar Stalwart cable barrier system variant that meets the customer’s penetration resistance and stand-off distance requirements; and recommendations of experienced installers.
Pitney Bowes, Inc. Approved: June 07, 2011 \| Expires: July 31, 2016 Pitney Bowes, Inc. provides Biohazard Isolation and Screening System (BISS). The Technology is a mail isolation system used to screen parcels for biological agents. The BISS is used to take air samples from mail that has been placed inside an isolation bag. The collected sample can be used with a biological test kit or sent to a lab for evaluation. The Technology includes impermeable plastic bags, collection tubes, air pump, sealed filter cassette, and tags. Optionally available are integration with a biohazard testing kit (GeneXpert) and commercial off-the-shelf mail agitation system.