Feature Prep Work
The framework includes three key points that football stadiums and other public organisations should pay attention to:
Completing A Risk Assessment – This involves understanding what potential motivations could be to attack the venue, where they might target, how they might attack, and how those motivations and methodologies might change.
Considering Security As A System – Thinking of security as a combination of physical and behavioural interventions is critical. While erecting physical measures such as fences, bollards, CCTV and blast-resistant glazing, will add a firm layer of protection, it is also essential to build and sustain a security-minded culture, where vigilance is encouraged, and appropriate, robust training is provided for everyone involved in the day-to-day running of the establishment.
Correct Installation – Check that your system doesn’t conflict with other safety measures, such as health and safety and fire regulations.
Organisations are encouraged to use information and guidance provided by the government, and available through the police services to check their specifications comply. These will help when assessing the likelihood of terrorist threats to the public and staff at the stadium.
The guidance is designed to help highlight the potential impacts of the risks. These will vary depending on the specific functions or qualities of the site in question, as well as the security systems that are in place.
Venues should also consider a ‘reasonably practicable’
organisational preparedness system. The storming of Wembley Stadium was made far worse by the lack of security staff. Although not all employees need to become security staff, it is beneficial to providing training and share planning throughout the organisation so everyone knows how to react quickly in case of an emergency.
How Does Compliance Work?
Compliance is one of the questions the consultation is seeking answers to, but current suggestions include simple measures such as venues building in time, and budget, where possible, for periodic risk assessments and preparedness activities, as well as staff training.
How Are Partners Supported By The Government? First and foremost, the government is offering advice on understanding threats and attack methods, practical preparedness measures, and how to stay vigilant and plan for incidents. A new digital platform will be launched this year for advice and training purposes.
In addition to this, sectoral and regional engagement days have been outlined in the proposal, with updates and revisions to training and e-learning programmes. An app devoted to ACT was launched in March 2020, and the government authorities Career Transition Partnership (CTP) and Centre for Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) also provide advice.
Using Industry Knowledge As Power
There are also plans for the government and businesses to have more engagement with the security industry. Organisations specialising in delivering and supporting security solutions can help owners and operators of football stadiums and other publicly accessible locations comply with the Protect Duty.
It’s becoming increasingly more crucial that the market can provide sufficient high-quality advice, products and services. Later down the line, the government may consider introducing new schemes to promote and maintain appropriate standards such as accredited training and approved contractor schemes, in addition to existing initiatives.
Although the scenes at Wembley Stadium were shocking, they must now act as a learning curve. A renewed consideration of integrated security in public venues has been instigated and this can only be a positive outcome for the safety of future events.
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