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.





Company/Technology

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Approved: September 12, 2013 | Expires: September 30, 2018

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey implements the LaGuardia Airport Security Program through a variety of procedures involving physical and electronic security measures, tools and procedures. These efforts include development and enforcement of the airport’s security plan, training of police and other security personnel, conducting background checks of airport workers and overseeing security systems.


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Approved: December 29, 2011 | Expires: January 31, 2017

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey provides Articulated Precast Concrete Protective Mat System. The Technology is a system of protective mats placed on the riverbed above the Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) sub-aqueous rail tunnels. The purpose of the Technology is to protect the PATH tunnel system. The Technology also includes the selection of subcontractors responsible for the manufacturing and implementation of the Technology.


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Approved: February 28, 2011 | Expires: March 31, 2016

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey provides the Protective Sleeve for Suspension Bridge Suspender Rope Damage Mitigation. The Technology is a sleeve made of steel and cementitious material. It is designed to increase resistance of bridge suspender ropes to various threats.


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Approved: March 12, 2010 | Expires: April 30, 2013

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has undertaken an initiative that has been publically designated as the "PATH Tunnel Erosion Protection" Project. The Project involves the installation of a Technology designed by the Port Authority, which will be placed on the riverbed above the public transportation tunnels and is designed to mitigate certain damage to the tunnels. The Technology also includes selection of the subcontractors responsible for the manufacturing and implementation of the Technology.