📄 Abstract
Security in police training institutions is essential to operational continuity and the effective preparation of future law enforcement officers. This study evaluated the implementation and effectiveness of technological and electronic security measures at the Regional Training Center 9 in Zamboanga City, Philippines, and identified operational challenges as a basis for developing a security enhancement program. Using an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design, quantitative data were obtained from 102 participants, comprising 53 training center personnel and 49 students, through a survey, while qualitative data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 10 key informants. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, the Mann-Whitney U test, and Spearman’s rank correlation, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. Results indicated that video surveillance was the most effectively implemented security measure, with an overall mean of 3.85, interpreted as Fully Operational. Alarm systems were the least effectively implemented, with a mean of 2.60, interpreted as Partially Operational, while intrusion alarms were classified as Non-Operational, with a mean of 1.60. No significant difference was found between the perceptions of personnel and students (U = 1072.50, p = 0.791). However, a significant positive relationship was found between implementation and effectiveness (ρ = 0.4136, p = 0.0028). Qualitative findings identified six major challenges: insufficient video surveillance coverage, power and environmental vulnerabilities, nonfunctional alarm systems, training gaps, budget constraints, and internet connectivity problems. Overall, the findings demonstrate that high perceived security effectiveness coexists with deficiencies in critical technological infrastructure. In response, the proposed Regional Training Center 9 Integrated Security Enhancement Program, with an estimated budget of PhP 4.4 million, provides an integrated framework for addressing identified deficiencies and strengthening institutional security. The study contributes empirical evidence for improving the implementation of security policies and practices in police training institutions.
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📚 How to Cite:
Marjun L. Sabijon , CAMPUS-BASED TECHNOLOGICAL AND ELECTRONIC SECURITY MEASURES AT REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER 9, ZAMBOANGA CITY , Volume 11 , Issue 8, August 2026, EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD) , Pages: 102 - 111 ,