Databuoy Corporation has announced that its SHOTPOINT product has been awarded the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Designation as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT).

Technologies that receive the SAFETY Act Designation undergo a thorough evaluation process including independently conducted system performance testing, real-world operational effectiveness analyses, review of manufacturing and quality control procedures and feedback from users.

Congress enacted the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies (SAFETY) act in 2022, as a response to the need for innovative solutions to counterterrorism following the events of 9/11.

The aim of the SAFETY Act is to mitigate the risk of liability in the event of a terrorist attack, encouraging the development, commercialization and deployment of effective anti-terrorism technologies that have the potential to save lives.

The decision-making authority for SAFETY Act applications currently lies with the Acting Under Secretary for Science and Technology.

Creating secure environments

“We are immensely proud to have been awarded the SAFETY Act Designation for our entire SHOTPOINT product line,” said Kathleen Griggs, Founder and CEO of Databuoy.

“This esteemed recognition by DHS not only affirms the reliability and effectiveness of our gunshot detection technology but also assures our clients and their patrons of our dedication to creating secure environments.

“The SAFETY Act Designation is a significant milestone that reinforces our promise to deliver cutting-edge solutions for a safer tomorrow, moving beyond conventional security measures to protect communities and save lives.”