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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

A plan for fertiliser security

NaCTSO, in cooperation with AIC, have created a 5 point plan to follow whenever securing fertiliser:

1. Wherever possible use a Fertiliser Industry Assurance Scheme (FIAS) approved supplier.

2.…

Keywords: Fertiliser

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

Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

This advice provides guidance to security managers of Venues and Public Spaces. This is to be used following a change of the terrorism threat level to CRITICAL. There are a number of operational and tactical options to consider.
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

Polling Stations

Information about security and search procedures at polling stations.
Keywords: Polling Stations , ACT , SCAN , public spaces , Election , Security , Building , Awareness

Locks

Types of locks

Mortice or sash-type locks (those embedded within a door) offer more security than rim-type locks (those attached to the surface of the door).

5-lever locks are recommended; they have over 1,000 key options, making it…

Keywords: Fertiliser

Chemical Biological Radiological incidents (CBR)

Chemical, Biological and Radiological attacks have the potential to cause significant harm or damage and disruption to infrastructure. CBR attacks can be difficult to conduct, often requiring expertise and resources.
Keywords: Chemical , Biological , Radiological , Attack , CBRN , Threat , Mail handling , Suspicious Item , Explosive , Corrosive

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit (NVTMU) is a specialised police unit operating within the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO). Made up of subject matter experts, the unit has a wealth of experience in the deployment of temporary vehicle security barriers.
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