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Vehicle security

… Security features that keep the driver and vehicle safe and secure should be considered during the vehicle procurement process. In addition to the risk of vehicles being stolen for use in terrorist attacks, the … If your vehicle is stolen, you should call 999 and alert the call …
Keywords: Vehicle , Security , vehicle security barriers , Threat , Attack

Security tips for goods vehicle drivers

… Goods vehicle drivers should consider and make use of practical … Goods vehicle drivers should follow these security procedures and … with your transport office Securing and checking your vehicle Lock and secure your vehicle whenever you leave the cab and keep the keys secure, …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Threat , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Vehicle , Personal Security , Goods vehicles , Identity , Securing and checking , Private information , Drivers , Action Counters Terrorism

Countering vehicle as a weapon: Best practice guidance for goods vehicle operators and drivers

… can feel like an increasingly dangerous place. The use of vehicles as a weapon to injure and kill people has become a … threat, which means people who operate and drive commercial vehicles need to act.  Security It is vital that transport … checks for staff and drivers site security – including vehicle access and operating centres vehicle security – …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Security Culture , Transport , Attack , publicly accessible places

Introduction

… steps that can help mitigate the threat of goods vehicles being used in a vehicle as a weapon (VAW) attack. … What is a Goods Vehicle? … What is a Vehicle as A Weapon attack? … and maintenance facilities transport managers and drivers vehicles general security issues The guidance sets out …

Site security

… a pass or in an unauthorised area will be challenged if a vehicle has been parked on-site, any work/parking permits … The movement of any unauthorised vehicles on site should be strictly controlled and ideally … a parking permit system for staff, visitor and contractor vehicles or allowing pre-arranged deliveries only. …
Keywords: Site , Security Culture , Vehicle as a Weapon , Access control , Threat , Site security , Vehicle , Security , Goods vehicles , Theft , CCTV , Drivers , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Visitors , Contractors

Glossary

… of key terms that are mentioned in the ‘Countering vehicle as a weapon for security goods drivers’ guidance. … in a lorry or truck where the driver sits to drive the vehicle. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Corporate … An operating centre is a base or depot for commercial vehicles. Suspicious behaviour Suspicious behaviour is any …

Threat Overview

… Terrorist Attack (for example with bladed weapon, firearm) Vehicle as a weapon (by road, rail, aircraft) Improvised Explosive Device (IED, possibly person or vehicle borne, or placed) Fire as a Weapon Chemical, …

Security away from home

… streets, factories, large or small buildings or within a vehicle. Lone working can last for prolonged or for short … create an immediate threat) note information (descriptions, vehicle make, model, colour and registration number) and … your ID, cash and contact numbers with you (in case of vehicle theft/need to make quick getaway) trust your …

Purple Guide Chapter on Counter Terrorism - Attack Planning

… house”, near plant or server rooms or places of concealment Vehicles parked in suspicious circumstances Methods of … there is useful advice on how to deal with these threats. Vehicle Based Attacks Person Based Attacks Public Order … a. Placed/Delivered b. Person Borne (Suicide Bomber)  c. Vehicle Borne IED  d. Bomb Threat  e. Suspicious Object   f. …

Travel

… Before every journey you should: lock the vehicle doors and boot during your journey. Open windows … purposes, particularly in town. Keep your distance from the vehicle in front always check you have the fuel required to … it is usually safer to wait for assistance outside your vehicle, standing on the verge or behind the crash barrier. …