Returning to a “new normal” in teaching – balancing security with COVID-19 safety

Australian universities and schools have had to adapt quickly and re-think operations in response to changing regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Remote learning has heavily depended on digital platforms but the sudden shift to mass online learning has been unprecedented for many campuses. This is because pre-COVID 19, most educational institutions take pride in providing students with the on-campus experience and access to facilities such as laboratories.

As universities and schools start re-opening their campuses to students, staff, contractors, and visitors again, there will be some serious considerations on effectively managing the risks of the pandemic. Security threats are becoming more complex since remote teaching has left various physical and digital security vulnerabilities exposed.

Which blind spots do attackers take advantage of? Planning a return to on campus learning requires careful consideration of the implications of opening. We take a closer look at some of the post COVID-19 management and security approaches Wilson Security has been adapting.

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