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Countering threats from Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS)

… However, as their use increases and develops, security risks are also emerging. Overseas, terrorists are using UAS … increasing. Sites need to consider the potential security risks posed by UAS and introduce appropriate mitigations. … UAS related risks into the overarching site security risk assessment and updating the associated security strategy. …
Keywords: Terrorist threat , Attack Methodology , Protective Security , Response , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Tactic RB4: Ensure suitability of egress routes and muster points

… sudden movement of large numbers of people creates its own risks. This movement may arise from the fear of a terrorist … fashion. Disorderly movement may also increase the risk to those more vulnerable such as children, elderly, or … points that can be achieved that are supported by risk assessment. Include these points in any briefing or …
Keywords: Improvised Explosive Device , IEDs , Emergency Planning , Suspicious Item , Evacuation , CBR

Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… by the UK threat level, but also take into account specific assessments of vulnerability and risk.  In the event of an incident or change to the UK … sites or buildings should conduct their own dynamic risk assessments and apply appropriate protective security …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management , Counter Terrorism Support , Terrorism threat levels , Guidance , Venues and Public Spaces , Business Continuity , Security Managers , Building

Tactic VB2: Review patrol and positioning of security staff

… Organisational training requirements should be based on an assessment of risk and the existing skills of your workforce. Training and … during recent terrorist attacks have saved lives.  Risk Assessment A risk assessment should identify threats …
Keywords: Security , Hostile Reconnaissance , Staff , Awareness , Training

Setting the Scene

… key components you need to consider before undertaking a risk assessment, including: Organisational Context Establishing … and external context can help you to set the scene for your risk assessment. This allows you to manage risk in context. …
Keywords: Risk Management , Risk Assessment , Risk , Response , Protective security

People, security culture and behaviours

… make security-related decisions and implement them Assess risks posed by your vehicle operations. Involve key business … security service providers, and insurance experts in the risk assessment, if possible. Define and understand the security … A strong security culture helps to mitigate security risks, including vehicle as a weapon attacks, by promoting …
Keywords: Security Culture , Vehicle as a Weapon , Risk , Protective Security , Attack , NPSA , Business , Threat , Vigilance , Action Counters Terrorism , Deter Threats , Screening

Tactic DB5: Cancel or postpone events

… Prior to an event being held, a threat , vulnerability and risk assessment ( TVRA ) specific to the event (and its location) … solutions. Security measures should be specific to the risks associated with each phase of the event.  If the …
Keywords: Event Security , Risk Assessment , Threat , Security measures

Tactic EB3: Cancel all non-essential training and meetings

… in accordance with demand profile for the organisation. Risk Assessment A risk assessment should identify threats which could have an …
Keywords: Staff , Security , Emergency Planning , Incident Management

Welcome to ProtectUK

… protective security, improve their response to the risk of terrorism and keep people safe.  Who we are … them? Have a look at the Security section.    Perform a risk assessment : Visit the Risk Management Process page and …

Tactic IB1: Ensure that staff are briefed on Threat and Response Levels

… the likelihood of a terrorist attack and are based on the assessment of a range of factors including current … take into account specific assessments of vulnerability and risk. There are a variety of site-specific security measures … Level and that a record is kept of the results of the test. Risk Assessment A risk assessment should identify threats …
Keywords: Threat , Threat Level , Risk Assessment , Communications , National Threat Level