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Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… the threat level, it is recommended those responsible for security review their plans and operations. They may also … provides a general indication of the protective security measures that could be considered and applied to a …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management

Security considerations assessment

… Implementing the SCA should lead to fewer security-related changes being required at a later stage. It … the chance of repeating mistakes that may have compromised security in the past. … The SCA process should be used by … It can also be used by organisations who wish to embed security-mindedness, or protect their commercial …
Keywords: CPNI , Physical Security , Risk Management , Protective Security , NPSA

Online security information for candidates

… Most social media companies provide advice about online security. This includes guidance on how to secure your … safety civic integrity policies quick links to safety and security guidance guidance on how to report offensive … regularly review and update their guidance. … Online security information for candidates …
Keywords: Election , Social media , publicly accessible places , Cyber Security , Report

Ballot box and cyber security

… Ballot Box Security Ensure systems are in place to search vehicles used … be opened for counting until the following morning. Cyber Security Cyber security advice ‘Guidance for local authorities during the …
Keywords: Ballot box , Cyber Security , Election , Polling Stations , Venues

Election security for polling stations and counting venues

… is intended to assist Returning Officers to develop a security plan to avoid major disruption to the election … to adapt to local needs, that Returning Officers discuss security arrangements with police at the earliest … and public spaces with little or no protective security measures. Understanding the threat facing us all is …
Keywords: Election , Attack , publicly accessible places , Polling Stations , Venues

Building services and internal spaces

… process, focus is often on the composition of, and physical security measures associated with, the external facades, doors and …
Keywords: CPNI , Physical Security , Protective Security , Risk Management , NPSA

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

… police unit operating within the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO). Made up of subject matter experts, … wealth of experience in the deployment of temporary vehicle security barriers; they understand the methodology behind … ways to mitigate vehicle attacks and enhance protective measures.   Industry Engagement: The NVTMU engages with …
Keywords: Vehicle , Transport , Vehicle as a Weapon , Weapons of Terrorism , Attack , Threat , Mitigation , National Security , Protective Security

Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

… to premises or events can include managing hygiene measures, and general security procedures. This can lead to queues of people … routes. For further information : Election Protective Security Guidance - Protecting Pedestrian Queues … Vehicle …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Attack , Terrorist threat , publicly accessible places , Car

National Stakeholder Menu of Tactical Options

… set of options which can be used by the private sector and security industry to enhance the wider national security posture at times of raised threat or in response to … provide a general indication of the protective security measures that should be applied at a given time. Changes in …
Keywords: National Stakeholder Menu , Tactical Options , Protective Security , Protective measures , Threat , MOTO

Doors

… Doors form an essential part of physical security and it’s important to have doors and windows that … as possible. … Doors form an essential part of physical security and are often required to perform several …
Keywords: National Security , Physical Security , Attack Methodology , Threat , NPSA