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Entrance security should be about more than just letting people in


Entrance security solutions in facilities management has typically been more about


managing people traffic than mitigating security risks. Stewart Liberatore, projects director at security consultants RWS Ltd, explains why we should be thinking about potential threats now so the appropriate solutions can be implemented.


Traditionally, entrance security solutions have been the reserve of major arenas or offices/ organisations that are considered prime targets for terrorists or to prevent criminals accessing sensitive data or personnel. However, the threat has changed. The way


an attack or crime is carried out has altered in recent time, but, importantly, the targets have also changed. No longer are the risks posed to UK citizens or the buildings they occupy designed purely to make a statement, but to maximise damage. This means that anyone or anything could


be a potential target. It’s a sad state of affairs, but one we have to understand and defend against. Implementing a basic range of entrance


security solutions can drastically improve how your building and personnel respond and stay protected from a variety of threats.


The basic principle


Security systems may seem complex at times, but the basic principles are not that different to protecting your home: • Deter would-be criminals/attackers • Start from the outside and work inwards • Multiple layers of defence


34 fmuk In the same way homeowners look to


deter criminals by ensuring their property does not look like an easy target, we can achieve the same effect with the facilities we manage. It’s true if someone wants to do harm, they will try harder than a petty thief but that doesn’t mean we should make it easy either. To achieve this, security needs to be multi-


layered and start from the perimeter of the business, working inwards. This typically means starting with perimeter defences, which could include fencing, cameras and access points – for example, could a vehicle drive at high speed towards your venue or building without interruption? It’s this type of critical thinking and


anticipation of potential threat scenarios that will enable you to step up your entrance security procedures. Simply adding in a few security barriers or new protocols will not cut it – a holistic approach is required.


What can entrance security protect against?


Terror and criminal threats Clearly the most damaging threat we are


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