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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

National Stakeholder Menu of Tactical Options

… This section outlines a set of options which can be used by the private sector and … to enhance the wider national security posture at times of raised threat or in response to a terrorist incident. … 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

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 provides 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

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

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

Notifying your intention to hold pathogens and toxins

… If you or your work premises hold, keep or use stocks of specified disease-causing micro-organisms and toxins, you need to inform the Home Office. … Criminal offences … Managers and occupiers of laboratories and other premises are obliged to notify the … These obligations are covered under Part 7 of the Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001. Schedule 5 to the …
Keywords: CBRN , Threat , Substances , Chemical , Attack Methodology , Pathogens , Toxins , Health & Safety

SCaN for security managers

… This module forms part of the SCaN for Security Managers programme. Those with … an organisation, venue or event to further staff knowledge of hostile reconnaissance and how to help counter it.  You … the wider SCaN programme by speaking to your local Counter Terrorism Security Advisor (CTSA) . Further information For …
Keywords: NPSA , Business , Physical Security , SCAN , Training , Security Managers

SCaN for all staff

… The SCaN For All Staff module is designed for all members of staff across an organisation venue or event, to increase their awareness of hostile reconnaissance and how they can help to help … is designed for all staff and outlines the core components of SCaN:  See - understanding what hostile reconnaissance is …
Keywords: NPSA , Protective Security , Business , SCAN , Training , Staff training

See, Check and Notify (SCaN)

… Protect your site from a range of threats with SCaN training. SCaN aims to help businesses … your biggest advantage in preventing and tackling a range of threats, including criminal activity, unlawful protest and terrorism.  SCaN training empowers your staff to correctly …
Keywords: Venues , Protective Security , SCAN , Training , Risk Management , NPSA , Staff training , Staff