The Rise of Drone Threats and How to Mitigate Them
Drones are an emerging threat that can disrupt business operations and pose risks to employee safety. With the evolution of technology, there has been an uptick in bad actors using drones and other unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) with malicious intent.
In this conversation, Ryan Wallace, Associate Professor of Aeronautical Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, discusses the threat implications of drones for businesses, highlighting their capabilities, the emerging threats they pose, and the challenges organizations face in addressing these risks.
Listen in to learn:
- Why organizations are often unprepared for drone-related threats
- Key takeaways from real-world drone attacks
- How laws and regulations for drones are varied and difficult to enforce
- Why proactive measures are the key to understanding and mitigating drone risks
The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia.
You can find this interview and many more by following The Employee Safety Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
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