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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. … The threat of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) attacks … 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 , Combined attack , VAW , Election , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation

Stay Safe – Weapons and firearms attack

… If you are alerted to a firearms or weapons attack, stay calm, RUN or HIDE, and only when it is … 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 , Attack Methodology

Secure hazardous materials to help prevent terrorism

… Security of radioactive materials … bleach contain precursors, so there is a need to be aware of stock and which substances need to be monitored. Selling … precursors and poisons' or 'EPP' license. As a seller of precursor chemicals, you don’t need the EPP licence. For …
Keywords: CBRN , Threat , Substances , Attack , Security , Radiological , Chemical , Site security

Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… There are five levels of threat which are defined below: Should there be a change … levels within an organisation provide a general indication of the protective security measures that could be considered … level, but also take into account specific assessments of vulnerability and risk.  In the event of an incident or …
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

National Stakeholder Menu of Tactical Options

… The National Stakeholder Menu of Tactical Options outlines a set of options which can be used by the private sector and … wider national security posture. This is important at times of raised threat or in response to a terrorist incident. … About the Menu of Tactical Options …
Keywords: National Stakeholder Menu , Tactical Options , Protective Security , Protective measures , Threat , MOTO

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 , Safety , Securing and checking , Election

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

… police unit operating within the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO). Made up of subject matter experts, the unit has a wealth of … The role of the National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit (NVTMU) … Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs) as intentional weapons against people, events or infrastructure.  The key …
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

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 , Security , Building , Awareness

Secure your fertiliser

… Fertiliser use in the UK The UK is the heaviest user of ammonium and ammonium nitrate-based fertilisers in the … explosives.  The blending, storage, transport and use of fertilisers is commonplace, especially in the farming … for terrorists to steal and use these materials as weapons. Fertiliser storage and security Anyone who stores …
Keywords: Attack Methodology , Chemical , Weapons of Terrorism

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 … Safety of election staff and venues … be applicable in all cases and should be regarded as a menu of options that could be implemented, taking into account …
Keywords: Election , Attack , publicly accessible places , Polling Stations , Venues , VAPS , Security , Safety , Public Safety