Protecting houses of worship and schools through planning, safety assessments, and crisis response training.
Think Ahead. Prepare Ahead. Stay A Move Ahead.™
Why Preparation Matters
Emergencies rarely come with a warning.
Whether facing a disruptive visitor, medical emergency, mental health crisis, domestic violence incident, severe weather event, or active assailant threat, organizations that plan ahead are better positioned to protect lives and maintain order.
At A Move Ahead Security Consulting, we help churches and schools develop practical, customized emergency action plans that prepare leaders, staff, and volunteers to respond effectively during critical incidents.
Think Ahead. Prepare Ahead.
Stay A Move Ahead.™
Our Services
We believe in protecting houses of worship and educational institutions through emergency preparedness planning, safety assessments, and crisis response training.
House of Worship Safety Consulting
- Emergency Action Plans
- Security Assessments
- Safety Team Development
- Leadership Training
- Emergency Response Procedures
School Safety Consulting
- Campus Vulnerability Assessments
- Active Assailant Preparedness
- Emergency Operations Plan Reviews
- Crisis Response Planning
- Staff Training
Training & Workshops
- Church Safety Workshops
- Active Assailant Awareness
- Emergency Preparedness Training
- Tabletop Exercises
- Crisis Leadership Training
About A Move Ahead Security
Founder & Principal Consultant
James McLain brings more than 30 years of law enforcement, school safety, criminal investigation, and public safety training experience to A Move Ahead Security Consulting. As a law enforcement officer and certified instructor, he has dedicated his career to helping organizations identify vulnerabilities, strengthen preparedness efforts, and protect the people they serve. He has served on the crisis intervention team, which allowed for mitigating risks in educational settings.
His experience includes school safety, emergency preparedness, active assailant response, threat assessment, domestic violence investigations, crisis management, and community policing. James is passionate about helping houses of worship and educational institutions create practical plans that save lives and reduce confusion during emergencies.
He holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Coppin State University and maintains instructor certification through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions. He is also certified in Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) and has completed specialized training in school safety, domestic violence, child protection, crisis response, and investigative techniques.
Through his consulting practice, Mr. McLain partners with houses of worship, faith-based organizations, private schools, public school systems, and community organizations to develop practical Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) that help leaders prepare for and respond to a wide range of threats and emergencies.
"Preparation is not about expecting the worst. It’s about being ready to protect what matters most."
Protecting What Matters Most
Safety assessments are completed before providing services.
The Move Ahead Preparedness Framework™
Assess
Identify vulnerabilities and gaps.
Plan
Develop emergency procedures and response protocols.
Train
Equip leaders and staff to respond confidently.
Sustain
Review, update, and improve preparedness efforts.We deliver exceptional results in everything we do, ensuring your satisfaction at every step.
Emergency Action Plan Development
Customized plans addressing:
- Trespassers
- Active assailants
- Medical emergencies
- Mental health crises
- Domestic violence
- Missing children
- Fire evacuation
- Severe weather
Leadership Training
Practical training for:
- Pastors
- Ministry Leaders
- Ushers
- Greeters
- Security Teams
- School Administrators
WHO WE SERVE
Houses of Worship
Educational Institutions
Educational Institutions
- Churches
- Ministries
- Faith-Based Organizations
Educational Institutions
Educational Institutions
Educational Institutions
- Public Schools
- Private Schools
- Charter Schools
- Christian Schools
Community Organizations
Educational Institutions
Community Organizations
- Nonprofits
- Community Centers
- Youth Programs
Why Choose Us
Real-World Experience
30+ years of law enforcement and school safety experience.
Customized Solutions
No generic plans. Every organization receives recommendations tailored to its environment.
Practical Training
Actionable guidance leaders can implement immediately.
Prevention-Focused
We help organizations prepare before an emergency occurs.
Let's discuss how your organization can stay one move ahead through practical preparedness and proactive planning.
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