Current National Terrorism Threat Level and Context
- The National Terrorism Threat Advisory System uses a five-level scale to give recommendations regarding the possibility that a terrorist incident will take place in Australia, which may require increased Security Patrols.
- The Australian Government offers guidance when the threat level changes, explaining what it implies, where the threat is coming from, prospective targets, and possible terrorist targets. Security Patrols play a crucial role in protecting these targets and responding to changing threat levels.
Types of Security Guards
- Static security personnel are always stationed in the same location, such as at the exit or entry points. Security Patrols complement static positions by providing comprehensive coverage of the facility.
- Static security is quite effective because would-be offenders are more likely to refrain from committing a crime when they observe a persistent security guard.
- Mobile security guards can walk throughout your facility to look for any threats or suspicious behaviour that could affect your company, unlike static security guards, who remain in one place. Moreover, Security Patrols conducted by mobile guards increase overall surveillance and deterrence.
- Mobile security guards are frequently employed in establishments that cover a sizable area, such as storage facilities or sizable office complexes.
Types of Alarm Systems
- An alert or perimeter intrusion detection system (PIDS).
- A security alarm system for the interior (SAS).
Activation Report Details
An Activation Report includes:
- Alarm priority.
- Type of alarm signal.
- Activation date and time.
- Client number and name.
- Client’s location.
- Attendance number.
Steps Included in the Dynamic Risk Assessment
- Evaluate the situation, tasks, and persons at risk.
- Introduce and declare tactical mode.
- Select safe systems of work.
- Assess the chosen systems of work.
Security Risk Situations During Patrol
Security risk situations that may be encountered during patrol are:
- Fire in the building area.
- Chemical spill.
- Theft.
- Killing.
- Attacking.