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Chemical, Biological and Radiological (CBR) attacks

… Illnesses caused by the deliberate release of dangerous bacteria or viruses or by biological toxins, such as ricin, … Radiological Illness caused by exposure to harmful radioactive materials  Within the wider definition of CBR, the … Apply appropriate personnel security standards to contractors and visitors, especially those with frequent access …
Keywords: CBRN , Chemical , Hazardous Materials , CBR , ETHANE , Venues and Public Spaces , Venues , public spaces

Pavement licences - How can local authorities consider security?

… particularly the risk to groups of people from interaction with hostile vehicles, and the creation of large … The impact of several pavement licences in an area may result in … or dense crowds of people.     Local authorities should factor this into the security planning process and ensure the …
Keywords: pavement licence applications , Local Authorities , security planning process , vehicle security barriers , protect crowds , public spaces , VAPS , ACT for Local Authorities

Managing risk and business continuity

… within or near their premises, which may inadvertently impact staff safety, public safety or disrupt normal … response Incident response deals with the immediate impact of an incident. It is a relatively short-term phase that focuses on escalation and activation, making sure people and the environment are …
Keywords: Risk Management , Risk , Incident Management , Business Continuity , Emergency Planning , Venues and Public Spaces

Evacuation, invacuation, lockdown, protected spaces

… should not be delayed pending instruction or action from the police. The speed of decision-making and … or responsible individual. This must always be documented. Actions taken by your site should be reasonable, necessary … of individuals both within and outside your company to contact for additional information or explanation of duties and …
Keywords: Evacuation , Incident Management , Emergency Services , Response , publicly accessible places , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible locations

Countering threats from Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS)

… built on understanding and compromise is key. Your contact may be with either the local police or those … to certain sites. It is important to identify the contacts who may be able to support the development of the plan. … proportionate response to any suspected unauthorised UAS activity. In determining the level of response to any …
Keywords: Terrorist threat , Attack Methodology , Protective Security , Response , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Threat level and building response plans

… are proportionate, effective and responsive. contact 999 to report an imminent threat contact the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321, or your local police on 101 to report suspicious activity. You can also report in confidence online via the …
Keywords: PALs , Threat , Security , Risk , PALs Guidance , publicly accessible locations

Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)

… around an explosion which is the single most important factor in determining the extent of damage that can be … gain access, use disguises to appear genuine or try to distract/confuse the security office(s) to gain access. A … landscape or streetscape. These may be passive (static) or active (security controlled) and can be installed either on …
Keywords: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Vehicle as a Weapon , National Barrier Asset , National Security , Terrorist threat , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Stay Safe Abroad with RUN HIDE TELL

… video highlights the steps you can take to minimise the impact of an attack – including knowing the local emergency … advice for people travelling abroad, which includes the Action Counters Terrorism guidance, RUN HIDE TELL .  So … video highlights the steps you can take to minimise the impact of an attack – including knowing the local emergency …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Attack , Abroad , ACT , Stay safe , Suspicious Behaviour , Suspicious Item , ABTA , Video , Advice , Preparedness , Film

Guidance for commercial vehicles and hire companies

… vehicles can be used as a weapon, or funds from criminal activity can be used to finance terrorism. Most instances of … duties and responsibilities into your company’s contract of employment. Contracts should make clear that drivers will face disciplinary …
Keywords: Vehicle , Prevent , Hiring security , Deterrent , Attack Methodology , Venues , PALs Guidance , publicly accessible locations

Mail handling

… mail and other deliveries, which offers a potentially attractive route into premises for terrorists. Go to PAS 97:2021 … delivered by post or courier, have been a commonly used tactic by criminals and terrorists. A properly conducted risk … of the incident may not be immediately apparent. The enactment of the response procedure will follow, including …
Keywords: Suspicious Item , Mail handling , Security measures , Emergency Planning , Venues and Public Spaces , Venues , public spaces