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Pavement licences - How can local authorities consider security?

… When considering public health and safety, local authorities should seek to ensure a balanced consideration for security implications, 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 …
Keywords: pavement licence applications , Local Authorities , security planning process , vehicle security barriers , protect crowds , public spaces , VAPS , ACT for Local Authorities

Working with Counter Terrorism Security Advisors (CTSAs)

… and responsibility within an organisation.  Resources and information summarising the ACT packages and other offerings can be found on our … Current threat Identifying and responding to suspicious activity Identifying and dealing with suspicious items Bomb … This package has been designed as an interactive workshop aimed at operational supervisors and their …
Keywords: Local Authorities , Threat , National Security , Counter Terrorism Security Advisors , CTSA , Business Engagement , ACT , SCAN , CTSAs

Law and liability

… why venues should plan to deter terrorist and criminal acts, or at least to minimise their impact. There is the … and penalties under health and safety legislation for companies and individuals, particularly when statutory … 1 places a legal obligation upon emergency services and local authorities to assess the risk of, plan, and exercise …
Keywords: PALs , PALs Guidance , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Managing risk and business continuity

… within or near their premises, which may inadvertently impact staff safety, public safety or disrupt normal … the training of personnel and an effective use of information security systems. Having worked on preventing the … Guidelines). Free practical advice is available from your local authority or from the Business Emergency Resilience …
Keywords: Risk Management , Risk , Incident Management , Business Continuity , Emergency Planning , Venues and Public Spaces

Securing hazardous materials

… Documents and information that explain how to secure hazardous materials. … Council (NPCC) and other government departments. Further information Secure hazardous materials to help prevent … to police. Dual-use chemicals   Notify appropriate authorities Managers and occupiers of laboratories and other …
Keywords: CBRN , Threat , Substances , Attack , Chemical , Hazardous Materials , Site security , Storage , Fertiliser

Countering threats from Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS)

… Overseas, terrorists are using UAS in conflict zones for surveillance, propaganda and to deliver improvised … with the appropriate regulators should also be considered. Local organisations whose sites are nearby, or have shared … built on understanding and compromise is key. Your contact may be with either the local police or those …
Keywords: Terrorist threat , Attack Methodology , Protective Security , Response , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Stay Safe Abroad with RUN HIDE TELL

… It is vital for travellers and staff to be prepared for any situation you may find yourself or your family and friends in. The videos below will help you prepare for the unlikely event of a terrorist incident. … Advice for holidaymakers … Before you head off on holiday, there are three things you …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Attack , Abroad , ACT , Stay safe , Suspicious Behaviour , Suspicious Item , ABTA , Video , Advice , Preparedness , Film

Mail handling

… mail and other deliveries, which offers a potentially attractive route into premises for terrorists. Go to PAS 97:2021 Mail Screening and … ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems (including local extraction systems, for example in kitchens or …
Keywords: Suspicious Item , Mail handling , Security measures , Emergency Planning , Venues and Public Spaces , Venues , public spaces

Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)

… measures.  The delivery of those risk-based measures are informed by the threat and how it manifests itself, the … around an explosion which is the single most important factor in determining the extent of damage that can be … facilitates an attack by operating the security measures locally or remotely, managing or issuing access rights or …
Keywords: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Vehicle as a Weapon , National Barrier Asset , National Security , Terrorist threat , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Outdoor Learning and Educational visits in England and Wales

… Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel (OEAP) is the lead body for guidance, advice and training related to outdoor … outdoor learning, educational visits and adventurous activities as an integral part of their school curriculum. … National Guidance comprises a set of documents providing information and guidance about all aspects of outdoor learning …
Keywords: Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel , OEAP , Guidance , Advice , Training , Outdoor learning and educational visits , England and Wales , School , Venues and Public Spaces , Child safety , Public Safety , Public events