The section covering Counter Terrorism may of previously been followed up with a generic cut and paste response or event over looked by an event manager running though his risk assessment. In recent years attacks from terrorists have risen to a point putting counter terrorism at the top of any managers risk assessment document. Every risk manager now has to cover the possibility of the unthinkable, a major incident involving an attack of some sort, a bladed weapon, live fire arms. (active shooter) or an Improvised explosive device (IED).
Choosing the right equipment also has a great impact, if the detection equipment at the venue entrance has a slow/ low through-put, customers can become frustrated at having to queue and a static group of people can also present a target to terrorists. High-throughput/ swifter screening requires a blend of the latest technology including CCTV and body-worn cameras working in conjunction with advanced machine for automated threat detection.
Effectively blending the use of equipment with trained security officers is key to spotting threats and managing situations calmly. For instance, when incorporated into your existing security measures, behavioural detection is a powerful tool that can be implemented in a range of environments.
People with hostile intent may exhibit overt cues which properly trained staff will recognise. However, this situational awareness also allows them to provide other assistance to your visitors. For instance, people behaving unusually compared to others around them may be because they are lost or need help for other reasons. This all ensures that security screening supports the overall aim of putting on a safe and successful event.
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