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Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

… The use of vehicles as a weapon remains a realistic possibility, amongst other forms of attack covered later in this section. Vehicles are widely … including relatively unsubstantial ones, for fear of rendering the vehicle unusable and bringing the attack to …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Attack , Terrorist threat , publicly accessible places , Car

Stay Safe – Weapons and firearms attack

… If you are alerted to a firearms or weapons attack, stay calm, RUN or HIDE, only when it is safe … e.g. substantial brickwork/heavy reinforced walls. Be aware of your exits. Try not to get trapped. Be quiet, silence … – Describe the attacker, numbers, features, clothing, weapons etc. Further information – Casualties, type of …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Evacuation , Terrorist threat , Firearms , Weapons of Terrorism , Attack

Crisis management for terrorist related events

… NPSA has partnered with the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) to deliver best practice guidance for communications professionals on the preparation and management of threats … facing organisations; from left and extreme right wing terrorism to cyber crime and hacktivism.   For more …
Keywords: CPNI , Threat , Crisis Management , Hostile Reconnaissance , security planning process , NPSA

National Stakeholder Menu of Tactical Options

… This document outlines a set of options which can be used by the private sector and … is fit for purpose in meeting the ever-changing threat from terrorism to the UK.   1. Threat level Since 2006, … as:  Marauding attack (with firearms or bladed/blunt force weapons ) Vehicle as a weapon Improvised Explosive Devices …
Keywords: National Stakeholder Menu , Tactical Options , Protective Security , Protective measures , Threat , MOTO

Polling stations

… arrange for a responsible person with local knowledge of the premises to assist you conducting a search to … threats, including criminal activity, unlawful protest and terrorism. SCaN training empowers your staff to correctly … the Event of a Bomb Threat How to Respond to a Firearms or Weapons attack Summary and Supporting Materials For further …
Keywords: Polling Stations , ACT , SCAN , public spaces , Election

Good housekeeping

… Good housekeeping is an important part of your security regime, helping to reduce the opportunity … Keep litter bins to a minimum and consider use of clear bags for waste disposal as it provides an easier … items can be concealed Remove items that could be used as weapons such as such tools or service equipment etc.   Mail …
Keywords: Good housekeeping , Security , Suspicious Item , Suspicious Behaviour , public spaces

Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… Terrorism threat levels are designed to give a broad indication of the likelihood of a terrorist attack and are based on a … respond using REMOVE.REMOVE.REMOVE. respond to firearms and weapons attacks and the importance of Run. Hide. Tell. …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

… is staffed by subject matter experts in the methodology of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) attacks and the deployment and use of the National Barrier Asset (NBA). …   The unit … the National Barrier Asset, which is a substantial amount of tested hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM). The unit …
Keywords: Vehicle , Transport , Vehicle as a Weapon , Weapons of Terrorism , Attack , Threat , Mitigation , National Security , Protective Security

Election security for polling stations and counting venues

… contained in this section is intended to assist Returning Officers to develop a security plan to avoid major … be applicable in all cases and should be regarded as a menu of options that could be implemented, taking into account … of the Election process through the use or threat of terrorism. This document contains guidance outlining a …
Keywords: Election , Attack , publicly accessible places , Polling Stations , Venues

Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)

… NPSA offer guidance to help practitioners determine the … have previously gained access to them through a number of means.   For more information, please visit the NPSA …
Keywords: CPNI , Protective Security , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Vehicle as a Weapon , Vehicle , NPSA