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Polling Stations

… Information about security and search procedures at polling stations. … Security and Search at Polling Stations … Security and search procedures at Polling Stations should consider … the following points: Prior to opening the premises to the public, arrange for a responsible person with local …
Keywords: Polling Stations , ACT , SCAN , public spaces , Election , Security , Building , Awareness

Security guidance for elections

… considerations that need to be made both by those planning and those running for elections. … This guidance provides advice on good security practice for candidates and those in local authorities. Much of this … round: Election security for polling stations and counting venues Online security information for candidates Candidates …
Keywords: Election , Cyber Security , Politics , Venues , Election security

SCaN for all staff

… to increase their awareness of hostile reconnaissance and how they can help to help counter it. … The SCaN module is designed for all staff and outlines the core components of SCaN:  See - understanding what hostile reconnaissance is and how to spot it …
Keywords: NPSA , Protective Security , Business , SCAN , Training , Staff training

Ballot box and cyber security

… Information about how to maintain security, cyber security and safety around using ballot boxes. … Ballot box and cyber security … the movement of ballot boxes to or from polling stations and counting venues before the boxes are loaded or the vehicle is moved. … Ballot box and cyber security …
Keywords: Ballot box , Cyber Security , Election , Polling Stations , Venues , Security

Incident procedures

… majority of bomb threats are hoaxes designed to cause alarm and disruption. As well as the rare instances of valid bomb … the threat may seem, all such communications are a crime and should be reported to the police by dialling 999.  … access to the cordoned area: Staff and members of the public should not be able to approach the area until it is …
Keywords: Bomb threat , Suspicious Item , HOT principle , Suspicious Behaviour , Terrorist threat , Public Safety , Suspicious activity

Stay Safe – Weapons and firearms attack

… to a firearms or weapons attack, stay calm, RUN or HIDE, and only when it is safe TELL the police … Evacuation and lockdown procedures … mean you are safe, bullets go through glass, brick, wood and metal. Find cover from gunfire behind substantial … Remain calm. Can you move to a safer area? Keep your hands in view. Be advised that police officers may: Point …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Evacuation , Terrorist threat , Firearms , Weapons of Terrorism , Attack , Attack Methodology

Alarms and CCTV

… Installation Installing alarms and CCTV on your property will serve as added protection and a deterrent to possible thieves.  You can install a … or gates passive or active infrared to protect internal spaces and dual sensors incorporating PIR and microwave … Alarms and CCTV …
Keywords: Fertiliser

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. … may be of concern include: Unexpected items, especially if hand delivered. Poorly or inaccurately addressed, address …
Keywords: Mail handling , Suspicious Item , CBR , Threat analysis , Chemical , Physical Security , Security , Public Safety , Suspicious activity

NaCTSO's Fertiliser Security 5 point plan

… a secure area such as a building or sheeted area away from public view. 3. Carry out regular stock checks and report any loss to the police immediately (call 101). 4. … If a property is kept in good repair, with farmyard rubbish and debris cleared away, it is easier to identify anything …
Keywords: Fertiliser