Law Enforcement
PARAS 0062 Mitigating Impacts to Airport Security and Operations from Locally Hosted Major Events
Airports are integral to the success of any locally hosted major event, but they face many challenges to minimize the impact these events have on their security and operations.This document outlines the layered strategies that airports can use to maintain operational continuity and security integrity before, during, and after high-impact events.
PARAS 0055 Airport Law Enforcement Staffing
This document discusses law enforcement staffing strategies and a framework to help airports assess their individual staffing needs. In addition, the project developed the following:
Staffing Assignment Tool 1 & Staffing Assignment Tool 2: The Staffing Assignment Tool calculates the number of annual LEOs/FTE staff needed to cover assigned patrols and posts at the airport. Version 1 uses a one-week shift schedule and Version 2 uses a two-week shift schedule to accommodate different shift patterns.
Workload Analysis Tool: The Workload Analysis Tool calculates the reactive workload burden for each job type based on historical data from the department’s calls for service. It is an accessory to Staffing Assignment Tool to enhance the department's ability to make informed decision, but it is not a required component.
Tool User Guide: This User Guide provides step-by-step guidance for using the Staffing Assignment and Workload Analysis Tools and analyzing the results. Links to video tutorials are also included where available. (Revised Sept 2025)
PARAS 0050 Public Safety and Security at On-Airport Rental Car Facilities
This report consolidates methods, strategies, tools, and technologies that an airport can use to enhance security and public safety, and reduce criminal activity at on-airport rental car facilities. Additionally, it offers guidance to help the reader determine which solutions are most appropriate for their specific environment, circumstances, and challenges.
PARAS 0042 Force Multiplier Strategies for Airport Law Enforcement
This guidebook serves as a comprehensive resource of force multiplier strategies to assist law enforcement agencies in effectively and efficiently accomplishing their varying responsibilities in the airport environment.
PARAS 0031 Airport Response to Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Threats
This guidebook has been created to assist airport operators with planning for potential threats from UAS operating in unauthorized airspace. An airport’s response to a UAS threat will be most successful when the response is planned, documented, and effectively executed by trained staff. Airport officials can utilize this guidebook to develop their own response plans that incorporate the unique characteristics and structure of their airports.
PARAS 0026 Insider Threat Mitigation at Airports
This guidebook is an all-encompassing source for information on insider threat mitigation at airports. Information in the guidebook aligns with the six ASAC focus areas of Threat Detection, Assessment, and Response; Aviation Worker Vetting and Evaluation; Aviation Worker Screening and Access Control; Training and Engagement; Information Sharing; and Governance and Internal Controls. An accompanying summary video can be found here.
PARAS 0022 Active Shooter Mitigation and Recovery Strategies
This guidebook is a complete source for information on strategies for mitigating and recovering from an active shooter incident. An accompanying summary video can be found here.
PARAS 0018 Airport Security Training for Law Enforcement and Security Personnel
This document is a comprehensive training resource to assist trainers in developing curriculum specific to their needs. Master curriculum content provides overall context for the airport environment and highlights connections between regulatory requirements and job duties.