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Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… is to avoid equipping terrorists should they be conducting hostile reconnaissance  … There are practical actions you … albeit politely, particularly if they are conducting hostile reconnaissance. This intervention casts doubt about … and reasonable to do so. For example, should security use a vehicle, and patrol areas such as car parks, then park and …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management

Road Transport Security Standards launched

… Transport Security Standards. … The road network is used by hostile actors to conduct their activity, both in the … freight, bus and coach sector to better protect their vehicles, assets and personnel from theft, hijacking or being targeted for terrorist purposes. In recent years, vehicles have been used by terrorists to conduct attacks on …

New National Barrier Asset Framework

… National Barrier Asset (NBA) consists of various types of vehicle security barriers and protective security fencing to prevent/mitigate Vehicle Borne terrorist attacks (Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) or Vehicle …
Keywords: National Barrier Asset , National vehicle threat mitigation unit

Event preview: International Security Expo 2025

… about current projects including a spotlight on National Vehicle Threat Mitigation and the deployment of temporary … & Resilience Conference  Lewis Hastie, NaCTSO National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit (NVTMU) The utility of temporary vehicle security barriers at events Wednesday 1st October: …

4 easy ways to reassure your customers that safety is a top priority

… emotional and behavioural responses and deter potential hostiles.  … Your business plays a vital role in encouraging … amongst your customers and by doing so, could prevent hostile reconnaissance and terrorist incidents. Here are 4 … social media content and web content.    4. Show potential hostiles that you’re prepared  As well as signalling to …
Keywords: Protective Security , Protective measures , Business , Small business , Vigilance messaging , Security mindedness

Crisis management for terrorist related events

… on the preparation and management of threats from hostile actors. … The NPSA offer a 38 page guide which …
Keywords: CPNI , Threat , Crisis Management , Hostile Reconnaissance , security planning process , NPSA

Good housekeeping

… that RVPs don't leave people grouped and more vulnerable to Vehicle as a Weapon attacks.  … Good housekeeping …
Keywords: Good housekeeping , Security , Suspicious Item , Suspicious Behaviour , public spaces

Counting venues

… and other areas to which the public have access. If a vehicle is parked in the proximity of a counting station and … must be reported to the police. Note the location and vehicle registration mark and do not approach the vehicle. Draw up a schedule for further searches to be …
Keywords: Venues , Election , Security

Polling stations

… and other areas to which the public have access. If a vehicle is parked in the proximity of a polling station and … must be reported to the police. Note the location and vehicle registration number and do not approach the vehicle. Draw up a schedule for further searches to be …
Keywords: Polling Stations , ACT , SCAN , public spaces , Election

Action Counters Terrorism (ACT): Report suspicious activity

… deliveries for unusual items? if you work in commercial vehicle hire or sales, has a sale or rental seemed unusual? …
Keywords: Suspicious Behaviour , Suspicious Item , ACT , Report , Advice