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Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)

… 1. Introduction Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) is a protective security discipline … area may be utilised by the attackers. Encroachment A hostile vehicle may be able to: exploit gaps in an … Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) …
Keywords: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Vehicle as a Weapon , National Barrier Asset , National Security , Terrorist threat , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Hostile reconnaissance

… 1. Introduction Hostile reconnaissance is the term given to the … threat a site faces. This guidance therefore uses the term ‘hostile’ to refer any individual or group conducting … faces or in disguise?   It is not just people on foot; vehicles are often used by hostiles planning attacks. Be …
Keywords: CPNI , Hostile Reconnaissance , Suspicious Behaviour , Security , Risk , Personnel Security , PALs Guidance , NPSA , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Vehicle as a weapon

… 1. Introduction The threats from vehicles range from vandalism to sophisticated or aggressive … a weapon (VAW). A vehicle by itself can also be used with hostile intent to breach a perimeter, ram and damage … an attack.  Further information: Read more: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) Read more: NPSA's (formerly CPNI) Hostile …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Weapons of Terrorism , Threat , Vehicle , Venues and Public Spaces

Attack methodology: Vehicle bombs

… 1. Introduction – Vehicle-borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) A VBIED is … report suspicious customers at your premises?  conducting hostile reconnaissance before the event. Terrorists will … away and call 999. Call 999 if you suspect a UVIED   2.1 Mitigation Wherever possible, park your vehicle securely. …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Risk Assessment , Security measures , Bomb threat , PALs Guidance , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Guidance for commercial vehicles and hire companies

… to help detect, deter or deny those considering using a vehicle for criminal or terrorist purposes. Significant numbers of public service vehicles (PSV) and heavy goods vehicles (HGV) and/or their … easier target for those with criminal intent or conducting hostile reconnaissance Comply with procedures to authorise …
Keywords: Vehicle , Prevent , Hiring security , Deterrent , Attack Methodology , Venues , PALs Guidance , publicly accessible locations

Access control

… clear signage. A challenge culture by staff will also deter hostile reconnaissance. However, consider balancing the … likelihood of threats entering your building or site.   14. Vehicle procedures If the OR identifies the need for … may be enhanced by the application of Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM). Read more about threat level and building …
Keywords: Access control , Hostile Reconnaissance , Security Culture , publicly accessible places , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible locations

Countering threats from Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS)

… incident highlighted the disruption that can be caused by a hostile UAS incident. Disruption also continues to be caused … security risks posed by UAS and introduce appropriate mitigations. This guidance is intended to assist those … are comprised of three key components: An Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) that can operate without a pilot being …
Keywords: Terrorist threat , Attack Methodology , Protective Security , Response , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Pavement licences - How can local authorities consider security?

… the risk to groups of people from interaction with hostile vehicles, and the creation of large crowds in new public … could include increased CCTV surveillance, manned guarding, vehicle security barriers and ACT (Action Counters …
Keywords: pavement licence applications , Local Authorities , security planning process , vehicle security barriers , protect crowds , public spaces , VAPS , ACT for Local Authorities

Search planning

… search measures may also serve as a deterrent to those with hostile intent. The following advice is generic for most … Searching people and their belongings, mail, deliveries and vehicles before they enter a site can help detect weapons, … to minimise the impact on public roads. Hostile Vehicle Mitigation should be used in the area to prevent vehicles …
Keywords: Search planning , publicly accessible places , Security , Security measures , Suspicious Behaviour , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible locations

Personal security

… a locked garage or a secure parking area, then leave your vehicle where it can be seen by the general public. Try to … Whenever possible, walk facing oncoming traffic to avoid vehicles approaching from behind you. Never accept a lift … also extremely valuable to criminals and other potentially hostile parties. Some social networking sites own any data …
Keywords: Personal Security , Social media , Security , Cyber , Cyber Security , PALs Guidance , publicly accessible locations