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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Advanced Maritime Transports, Incorporated Approved: August 09, 2011 \| Expires: September 30, 2016 Advanced Maritime Transports, Incorporated, 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, and 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.
Emergent BioDefense Operations Lansing LLC Approved: August 09, 2011 \| Expires: September 20, 2016 Emergent BioDefense Operations Lansing LLC provides BioThrax®. The Technology is a sterile liquid suspension made from cell-free filtrates of microaerophilic cultures of an avirulent, nonencapsulated strain of Bacillus anthracis. The Technology is U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-licensed for active immunization of individuals between 18 and 65 years of age to prevent disease caused by B. anthracis. The Technology is to be administered and used in a manner consistent with its FDA licensing as a pre-exposure prophylaxis or as directed by the U.S. Government as a post-exposure prophylaxis. The Technology also includes manufacturing, testing, labeling, packaging, and storage of BioThrax®, as well as the associated technical documents and manuals.
Northrop Grumman Security Systems, LLC Approved: July 29, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 Northrop Grumman Security Systems, LLC provides the Biological Detection System (BDS). The Technology is a biological pathogen point detection system that is configured to screen for the presence of Bacillus anthracis in mailrooms. The Technology also includes training and maintenance.
ASIS International Approved: July 27, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 ASIS International provides ASIS International Certification, a certification process for security personnel, including Certified Protection Professionals, Professional Certified Investigators, and Physical Security Professionals.
RBC Shield, LLC Approved: July 27, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2014 RBC Shield, LLC, provides RBC Shield® Tiles. The Technology is self-adhesive, lead-lined, interlocking tiles intended for use in converting an unprotected space into a shelter-in-place to protect occupants from radiological, biological, and chemical threats. The Technology also includes training and training materials for professional installation, as well as do-it-yourself installation, of the Technology and construction of a shelter-in-place.
Raytheon Company Approved: July 27, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 Raytheon Company, provides Screening Partnership Program Services. The Technology consists of the provision of trained and skilled personnel to operate screening equipment, conduct pre-board passenger screening, and carry-on and checked luggage and accessible property screening to prevent prohibited items from entering the sterile area of an airport.
Rapiscan Systems, Inc. Approved: July 27, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 Rapiscan Systems, Inc. provides Metal Detection Systems (MDSs). The Technology is a line of non-intrusive metal detection systems that can be used to screen for weapons and explosives with metal components. The Technology also includes installation, integration, maintenance, training, a warranty, personnel qualifications, and all technical manuals.
Lufthansa Cargo A.G. Approved: July 21, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 Lufthansa Cargo A.G. provides Lufthansa Screening and Security Services. The Technology is cargo screening services under the Transportation Security Administration programs within the United States and its territories. The Technology also includes training and quality control audits for the TSA cargo screening regulations.
Hamilton Safe Company and Hamilton Products Group, Inc. Approved: July 21, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 Hamilton Safe Company and Hamilton Products Group, Inc. provide Hamilton Entrance Control System. The Technology is a security vestibule system designed to prevent or delay access to a facility by individuals with firearms. The Technology also includes installation by Hamilton trained and company certified personnel, operator training for facility personnel, maintenance support, and all applicable system documentation and manuals.
Prepared Response, Inc. Approved: July 21, 2011 \| Expires: August 31, 2016 Prepared Response, Inc. provides the Rapid Responder. The Technology is a web-based application that provides access to critical facility information enabling authorized first responders and managers to view pre-determined tactical response plans while responding to an emergency and assist in the coordination of an on-site response to emergency incidents. The Technology includes training and maintenance services.