Litter bins/receptacles
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review use & location
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keep litter bins to a minimum and consider use of clear bags for waste disposal as it provides an easier opportunity for staff to conduct examination for suspicious items
Public & communal areas
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keep public and communal areas e.g. exits, entrances, toilets, service corridors and yards clean, tidy and well lit
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keep the fixtures, fittings and furniture in such areas to a minimum - ensuring that there is little opportunity to hide devices
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lock unoccupied offices, rooms, function areas and store cupboards
External areas
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keep external areas, entrances, exits, reception areas and toilets clean, tidy and well lit
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as far as possible reduce areas where items can be concealed
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remove items that could be used as weapons; such as such poles, fire extinguishers etc.
Mail handling/screening
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ensure relevant staff are trained in mail/post-handling procedures, i.e. identifying & responding to a suspect letter/package
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for further information: https://www.protectuk.police.uk/mail-handling
Security awareness
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do staff understand their role and responsibilities?
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do staff know how to report suspicious behaviour and are they aware of incident procedures?
Equipment
- know the location and check the condition of first aid kits, defibrillators, crisis management packs and fire extinguishers held at the location
Incident response
- ensure staff are aware of any contingency plans in the event the premises becomes unusable
Miscellaneous
- ensure external activity does not impact upon evacuation routes; so that people can leave the area quickly without congregating; that RVPs don't leave people grouped and more vulnerable to Vehicle as a Weapon