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Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… Terrorism threat levels are designed to give a broad indication of the likelihood of a terrorist attack and are based on a range of factors … There are five levels of threat which are defined below: Should there be a change … levels within an organisation provides a general indication of the protective security measures that could be considered …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management

Standards for Public Access Trauma (PAcT) First aid kits – equipment

… to all and are able to be distinguished from other forms of first aid provision.   The sign can be obtained with the kit from first aid suppliers and a copy of the sign is shown below   … ) requires employers to also consider the health and safety of others not employed whilst using their facilities. In …
Keywords: First Aid , Attack , Risk , PAcT , publicly accessible places

Tactic DB3: Ensure that all visitors and contractors provide at least 24 hours’ notice prior to attendance

… issues. The people element, which is equally important, has often been overlooked. The actions and attitudes of people … act as a deterrent and protect from criminality, including terrorism. Therefore, all visitors and contractors accessing … process.     Health and Safety/Other Legal Issues The protection of visitors at a location is governed by …
Keywords: Security , Security Culture , Risk Assessment , Event safety , Visitors , Identification , ID Badges

Summer Campaign Digital Toolkit

… terror threat hasn’t gone away. The threat to the UK from terrorism is substantial, meaning an attack is likely.   The summer campaign builds on many years of award-winning Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) campaigns.   It encourages the public to …   digital screens at your sites (public facing and back of house);   posters to print and display at your sites …
Keywords: Summer , Summer Campaign , Digital , Digital assets , Toolkit , Social media , Poster

CT Crime Prevention Toolkit

… Introduction Everyone should be aware of security and the need to protect themselves from both crime and terrorism. Though the likelihood of your premises being … for both counter terrorism and national level security and protection. Launched in 2022, ProtectUK is the central hub …

Personnel and people security

… What is personnel security? Personnel security is a system of policies and procedures which aim to manage and minimise … forms of criminal activity, from minor theft through to terrorism. A first step to achieving this is to consider the … the screening is meeting the standards required.   2.2 Data Protection Act and General Data Protection Regulation The …
Keywords: Personnel Security , Risk , Physical Security , Security Culture , Risk Management , Hiring security , Venues and Public Spaces , Venues , public spaces

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

… threat levels are designed to provide a broad indication of the likelihood of a terrorist attack and are based on the … These include: Providing security staff with a counter terrorism briefing at the start of each shift. This should … The Human Rights Act 1998 Health and Safety Acts  The Data Protection Act 2018  Employment Rights Act 1996 It is …
Keywords: Threat , Threat Level , Risk Assessment , Communications , National Threat Level

Tactic VB2: Review patrol and positioning of security staff

… is important to consider when protecting against a range of threats and vulnerabilities, including terrorism. When planning the introduction of any physical … The Human Rights Act 1998 Health and Safety Acts  The Data Protection Act 2018  Employment Rights Act 1996 It is …
Keywords: Security , Hostile Reconnaissance , Staff , Awareness , Training

Section 2- People, security culture and behaviours

… be developed and briefed to all staff. Action Counters Terrorism We recommend reporting any concerns via the … public already contribute intelligence to around a third of the most serious terrorism investigations. Staff should … All staff should be encouraged to challenge anyone on your premises who is not wearing a pass. …
Keywords: Security Culture , Vehicle as a Weapon , Risk , Protective Security , Attack , NPSA , Business , Threat , Vigilance , Action Counters Terrorism , Deter Threats , Screening

Election security for polling stations and counting venues

… contained in this section is intended to assist Returning Officers to develop a security plan to avoid major … be applicable in all cases and should be regarded as a menu of options that could be implemented, taking into account the nature of the threat together with the type and location of …
Keywords: Election , Attack , publicly accessible places , Polling Stations , Venues