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The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

… Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit (NVTMU) is a specialised police unit operating within the National Counter … a Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) attack or Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED).   The unit understands the … behind VAW attacks and the use of Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs) as intentional weapons …
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

Counting venues

… Please note that premises used for counting ballot papers may well be used for … for a responsible person with local knowledge of the premises to assist you conducting a search to identify anything … surroundings. Ensure the building is secure and supervised until officially opened for counting. During that …
Keywords: Venues , Election , Security , Counting , Event Security , Safety , Identity

Other Threats

… by post or courier have been used on occasions to disguise harmful devices and substances. Delivered items may be … calm and listen carefully note the callers number, otherwise, dial BT 1471 to obtain the number once the call has … the caller or the specific threat listen for background noise, which may provide valuable information about the …

Beyond Martyn’s Law: what the CTPSaP Level 3 Award can offer

… in the context of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly known as Martyn's Law. Hosted by …
Keywords: Counter Terrorism , Competent Person Scheme , SFJ Awards , webinar , Qualification , Terrorism Protection of Premises , Martyn's Law , Level 3 Award , Protective Security , Preparedness

Public Safety Advice

Mail handling

… Move away immediately – (Secure the room to prevent unauthorised access) Clear immediate area and each adjacent room, …
Keywords: Mail handling , Suspicious Item , CBR , Threat analysis , Chemical , Physical Security , Security , Public Safety , Suspicious activity

SCaN for security managers

… This page is a dedicated space for security managers to utilise the SCaN tools, and the guidance available and tailored …
Keywords: NPSA , Business , Physical Security , SCAN , Training , Security Managers

Stage 1: Risk Identification

… 1A: Identifying Threats The ProtectUK Risk Management recognises 6 key terrorist threats that your organisation may be … to: Marauding Attack (MTA) Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) Fire as a Weapon (FAW) … a vulnerability to achieve impact. Vulnerabilities may arise from areas where controls are not in place to manage …
Keywords: Risk Management , Risk Assessment , Risk , Response , Protective security

Working with Counter Terrorism Security Advisors (CTSAs)

… awareness packages tailored to different levels of expertise and responsibility within an organisation.  Resources … This package is a presentation aimed at all job types, to raise staff awareness of current counter terrorism … supervisors and their staff. The main objective is to raise awareness of the ongoing threat from terrorism and …
Keywords: Local Authorities , Threat , National Security , Counter Terrorism Security Advisors , CTSA , Business Engagement , ACT , SCAN , CTSAs

Understanding the threat

… are more accessible to hostile actors.  ProtectUK recognises five key terrorist methodologies:       Marauding … or assets to cause damage or disruption.   An improvised explosive device (IED) is the general term used to …
Keywords: Risk Management , Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre , Terrorism Threats , Threat analysis , Terrorism threat levels