This introductory course provides police and fire officials with a practical understanding of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and its application in the planning, design and operation of public safety facilities. CPTED is a proactive approach that uses environmental design to reduce crime, enhance security and improve the efficiency and safety of critical infrastructure. Participants will explore how facility layout, access control, visibility and maintenance directly affect the safety of personnel, visitors and assets. We’ll cover the four core CPTED principles—natural surveillance, natural access control, territorial reinforcement and maintenance--and how they can be applied within the unique context of public safety facilities. Through case studies, attendees will learn how thoughtful facility design can deter unauthorized access, protect sensitive areas and improve situational awareness during daily operations and emergency response. The session will also highlight design considerations that balance openness to the public with operational security, as well as strategies for reducing vandalism, theft and other preventable incidents.