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House of worship security self-assessment
This free house of worship security self-assessment takes about 5 minutes. Answer 12 questions for your building as it is today, and you will see a score and the three gaps to close first. Nothing is sent anywhere until you ask for the full report.
Greg Schneider, CPPFounder, Battle Tested Solutions. Certified Protection Professional since 2007
Answer 12 questions about your building
Close these gaps first
Want the full written report and a call with Greg about your results?
What the self-assessment checks
The 12 questions cover the same areas a professional vulnerability assessment walks through on site.
- Who has oversight of security and emergency response, and how often leadership reviews it
- Written emergency plans and how often your team drills them
- Entrances, locks, cameras and lighting
- Greeters, ushers and volunteers who know what to watch for
- Children's safety and reunification during services and events
- Your relationship with local police and extra coverage for holidays
How your score works
Every "Yes" earns 2 points, "Partly" earns 1 and "No" earns 0, out of 24. Your three gaps come from the questions you answered "No" first, then "Partly."
Take it again after each fix. Your leadership can then compare scores from one review to the next and see which gaps are closed.
A self-assessment is a starting point, not a substitute for an on-site vulnerability assessment. It is also a useful first step before applying for a Nonprofit Security Grant, which requires a professional vulnerability assessment.
CISA also publishes free security resources for faith-based organizations.
Grant money for house of worship security
FEMA listed $300 million in Nonprofit Security Grant funding for fiscal year 2026. Your self-assessment results are a first step toward the vulnerability assessment every application needs.
See the grant readiness checklist.
Who reviews your results
Greg Schneider, CPP, founded Battle Tested Solutions in 2009 and is the International Security Advisor for Chabad International. He has assessed more than 100 sites and helped over 20 nonprofits win over $3,000,000 in homeland security grants. He reads every report request himself. Read Greg's background, see how a house of worship security assessment works, request an on-site assessment anywhere in the United States, or book a free 15-minute call.
Self-assessment questions
Who should take this self-assessment?
A rabbi, pastor, executive director, board member or volunteer security lead. Answer for your building as it is today.
Is my information sent anywhere?
No. Your score is calculated in your browser. Nothing is sent unless you ask for the full report.
Does a good score mean our building is safe?
No. The self-assessment shows what your team believes is in place. An on-site assessment checks it in person: the doors, cameras and lighting, and how your volunteers respond.
Can our volunteers get training?
Yes. Greg runs in-person security awareness seminars and active shooter training. He is an A.L.I.V.E. Active Shooter Survival Instructor and a certified Krav Maga trainer.
How soon can Greg visit?
Greg replies to every inquiry within 24 hours. The start date is set on the first call and depends on the projects he already has booked.
What should we do with a low score?
Start with the three gaps shown, then book a needs assessment call. Greg can walk your building and write a plan your volunteers can follow.