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The Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) recognizes that a dog's sense of smell is a million times more sensitive than a human’s. Canines can be trained to detect a wide variety of specific odors, such as explosives, humans, drugs, and even fruits and vegetables. Dogs are trained to alert to the presence of these odors with a learned response such as sitting or lying quietly.
The Building Communities of Trust (BCOT) initiative focuses on developing trust among law enforcement, fusion centers, and the communities they serve to address the challenges of crime and terrorism prevention.
Testimony of Assistant Director A.T. Smith, Office of Investigations, U.S. Secret Service, before the House Committee on Financial Services, "Hacked Off: Helping Law Enforcement Protect Private Financial Information"
The Program Manager of the Information Sharing Environment (PM-ISE) conducted the 2010 Baseline Capabilities Assessment (BCA)—the first nationwide, in-depth assessment of its kind—used to evaluate fusion center capabilities and establish strategic priorities for federal government support.
Federal Protective Service MegaCenters monitor alarm systems, closed-circuit television networks, and wireless dispatch communications for federal facilities around the nation.
Ways law enforcement officials at every level of government use HSIN to collaborate securely with partners across geographic and jurisdictional boundaries.