When developing protection from ballistic threats, consider cover from view, cover from fire, ballistic protection and firing points
These systems are essential for the safe, secure and resilient operation of most built assets, and their potential vulnerability should addressed when assessing potential threats.
NPSA have published the following new guidance: Forced Entry Standards - A guide to forced entry protection standards for facades and other building elements used within the UK
Doors form an essential part of physical security and are often required to perform several functions
The overarching objective of the FARM project is to seek and identify materials capable of improving the forcible attack resistance of security products against modern tools
Guidance to provide high level, practical advice to anyone looking to formulate a Site Security Plan, assisting in developing a proportionate plan which aims to mitigate Terrorist and State threats, whilst supporting in countering many other types of security or safety threats.
Guidance to aid those responsible for developing, designing, and delivering a new perimeter solution
When developing any requirements for blast protection, it is important to decide which weapons and delivery method need to be addressed
Role of properly implemented perimeter security measures as part of a site security scheme and how to identify what is needed.
NPSA recommends that products required to protect against a firearms attack are tested at an accredited test centre in accordance with the BS EN standards
A well-run control room can provide the fundamental principles of Deter, Detect and Delay
Security officers play a crucial role in the protection of an asset and consideration of their safety and protection is needed
Automatic Access Control Systems (AACS) provide detection and audit to limit who can go where.
NPSA undertake a number of functional evaluation schemes for automated access control products
Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) is a system in which images are monitored and recorded for surveillance and security purposes. NPSA have updated the page to include a new Introduction to CCTV video
Security lighting plays an important part of any site’s security regime. Good quality and well planned lighting will assist your guard force
On 24 November 2022 the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster made a written ministerial statement to the House of Commons on the subject of visual surveillance systems used on the government estate
A tracking system can assist and aid the response force following initial detection of intrusion.
Protected spaces are locations within a building where occupants and other assets have enhanced levels of protection against the effects of blast.
Security walling systems can be used to provide enhanced levels of security around important assets, sensitive material or people.
Secure rooms are often used for the storage of sensitive information or large assets. They are primarily designed to protect against surreptitious attack, but may offer some resistance to forcible entry.
In general terms, secure working areas are areas within buildings or facilities where personnel work with sensitive information or assets.
Buildings within the UK are usually constructed using a structural frame, typically steel, concrete or timber, or are built from unframed masonry
Ensuring adequate protection of building services and critical internal spaces during the design process.
When developing protection from ballistic threats, consider cover from view, cover from fire, ballistic protection and firing points
NPSA have published the following new guidance: Forced Entry Standards - A guide to forced entry protection standards for facades and other building elements used within the UK
Guidance to provide high level, practical advice to anyone looking to formulate a Site Security Plan, assisting in developing a proportionate plan which aims to mitigate Terrorist and State threats, whilst supporting in countering many other types of security or safety threats.
Advice on the use of active access delay systems which can disorient and delay attackers from entering the site(s)
Managing the risk of emplaced threats should be a key security requirement when designing, building, and fitting-out premises.
Possible indicators that a delivered item might be of concern
NPSA has recently updated its guidance on the use of private sector explosives detection dog services
Updated suite of evidence-based guidance notes detailing good practices underpinning delivery of effective detection dog capability
In conjunction with technology developers, end user site owners and operators, government stakeholders and independent experts, NPSA has produced a Discriminative Metal Detection (DMD) Systems Test Method.
Bulk deliveries can provide a means for getting explosives, weapons and other threat items through a site’s secure perimeter.
Terrorists and others wishing to cause harm or disruption have long used postal and courier services to deliver hazardous items to target recipients.
Screening vehicles can help reduce the likelihood of explosive devices, weapons and other hazardous or prohibited items or materials being brought into buildings or onto sites
NPSA identified a need for test methods that evaluate baseline performance of products suited to screening applications in high footfall locations.
Screening people and their belongings at entry points helps reduce the likelihood of explosive devices, weapons, and other hazardous or prohibited items being brought into buildings or sites
You could discover a suspicious item in a mail room, or anywhere else in the building - ensure you have appropriate emergency response plans in place
Organisations may use search and screening measures to detect specific items and materials entering (or leaving) their buildings and sites
Passport to Good Security - Search and Screening: your threat assessment will give you a good idea of the likely risks posed by anyone - and anything - entering your premises
A well-run control room can provide the fundamental principles of Deter, Detect and Delay
Automatic Access Control Systems (AACS) provide detection and audit to limit who can go where.
NPSA undertake a number of functional evaluation schemes for automated access control products
Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) is a system in which images are monitored and recorded for surveillance and security purposes. NPSA have updated the page to include a new Introduction to CCTV video
NPSA runs various functional evaluation schemes for perimeter intrusion detection products. This page describes the schemes and the process that manufacturers should follow for product submission
Security lighting plays an important part of any site’s security regime. Good quality and well planned lighting will assist your guard force
On 24 November 2022 the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster made a written ministerial statement to the House of Commons on the subject of visual surveillance systems used on the government estate
A tracking system can assist and aid the response force following initial detection of intrusion.
Locks, technology & control rooms can help control who can go where and when. These systems integrate with physical barriers to provide delay and detection against a multitude of attackers.
Updated guidance on Intrusion Detections Systems (IDS) is now available. IDS are sited within a building and offer out of hours protection when the building or buildings are locked at night
Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems is a generic term which covers a wide range of technologies designed to provide advance warning of an intruder gaining access to a secure area
All perimeters will require points of access and for secure perimeters; this is the optimal location for controlling access for authorised personnel
Entry points into a building provide the first impression to staff and visitors of both the business and the site security posture
Advice on the use of active access delay systems which can disorient and delay attackers from entering the site(s)
Locks and locking hardware need to provide security against forcible and/or surreptitious attack
Passport to Good Security - Control Access: the level of security in your access control system needs to be a balance between business needs and effective security.
This guidance note is to assist the building owner, security manager and facility manager in selecting a design threat and ensuring that suitable products are used to mitigate the threat
This guidance note is to assist the building owner, security manager and facility managers to ensure that suitable bullet resistant glass (BRG) is selected to mitigate the threat and that have been certified as meeting the required standard
This guidance note is to assist the building owner, security manager and facility managers to ensure that suitable bullet resistant glass is selected to mitigate the threat and that have been certified as meeting the required standard
Guidance note on measures to improve the blast resistance of glazing
A summary of the different types of curtain walling systems that exist and where these are typically used
Windows and glazed facades are important elements of a building that can be vulnerable to forced entry, ballistic, surreptitious and other attacks
When developing any requirements for blast protection, it is important to decide which weapons and delivery method need to be addressed