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The 2002 SAFETY Act gives companies with anti-terrorism products different degrees of protection from liability, should their devices or services fail during a terrorist attack. The Homeland Security Department has approved more than 70 products for protection. Here's how known approvals-the department often does not publicize SAFETY Act actions immediately- break down by sector.

Sensors to screen the air for biological and chemical agents 14
Technology and services for weapons screening at airports 12
Perimeter surveillance and intrusion detection devices 14
Planning, training and consulting 8
Screening equipment to inspect vehicles and other cargo for weapons 7
Software and other IT equipment 6
Security personnel 3
Blast-resistance equipment 3
Radio, communications and interoperability equipment 2
Others 4

Source: https://www.safetyact.gov/

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