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SCaN for security managers

This page is a dedicated space for security managers to utilise the SCaN tools, and the guidance available and tailored for security staff.
Keywords: NPSA , Business , Physical Security , SCAN , Training , Security Managers

Counting venues

… the vehicle. Draw up a schedule for further searches to be carried out at frequent but irregular intervals throughout … to those with tickets. Check that delivery of goods, the carrying out of maintenance work and other functions at the …
Keywords: Venues , Election , Security , Counting , Event Security , Safety , Identity

See, Check and Notify (SCaN)

See, Check and Notify (SCaN) is a free training programme that aims to help organisations, venues and events maximise safety and security using their existing resources.
Keywords: Venues , Protective Security , SCAN , Training , Risk Management , NPSA , Staff training , Staff

Security guidance for elections

There are a number of security considerations that need to be made both by those planning and those running for elections.
Keywords: Election , Cyber Security , Politics , Venues , Election security

Mail handling

If you receive suspicious item call 999 and ask for the police. Clear the area immediately. Do not attempt to open the letter or package. Avoid unnecessary handling. Keep it separate so it is easily identifiable.
Keywords: Mail handling , Suspicious Item , CBR , Threat analysis , Chemical , Physical Security , Security , Public Safety , Suspicious activity

NaCTSO's Fertiliser Security 5 point plan

… as a building or sheeted area away from public view. 3. Carry out regular stock checks and report any loss to the …
Keywords: Fertiliser

Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… take to improve the security of a venue: Risk assessment Carry out a risk assessment that is specific to the venue … should security use a vehicle, and patrol areas such as car parks, they should park and leave the vehicle for a … food outlets. Consider increasing patrols in those areas. Carefully consider where these activities take place and the …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management , Counter Terrorism Support , Terrorism threat levels , Guidance , Venues and Public Spaces , Business Continuity , Security Managers , Building

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

… hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) schemes.   The NVTMU carries out vehicle dynamic assessments to assess the …
Keywords: Vehicle , Transport , Vehicle as a Weapon , Weapons of Terrorism , Attack , Threat , Mitigation , National Security , Protective Security , vehicle security barriers , National Barrier Asset , Pedestrians , Roads and streets

Secure hazardous materials to help prevent terrorism

There are protocols to follow about how you must store precursor chemicals (including hydrogen peroxide or ammonium nitrate), toxins and radioactive materials on your premises.
Keywords: CBRN , Threat , Substances , Attack , Security , Radiological , Chemical , Site security

Polling Stations

… the vehicle. Draw up a schedule for further searches to be carried out at frequent but irregular intervals throughout … the Polling Stations. Check that delivery of goods, the carrying out of maintenance work and other ancillary …
Keywords: Polling Stations , ACT , SCAN , public spaces , Election , Security , Building , Awareness