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Countering snipers Physical Intervention Securing The Event Disaster Preparedness

Protective surveillance Mental Illness • Acid Attacks • Church Security

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CONTENTS 04 Forewords

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06 Utility of Force 12 Perimeter Security Securing the event 16 Mental Illness and Addiction Why should you care

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21 Dr David Rubens Interview 28 Acid attacks are on the rise 35 Disaster Preparedness 44 Risk Management Tips for Every Household

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50 Countering snipers 59 Keeping Your Edge 62 Working with your dissertation supervisor 68 Protective surveillance

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78 Church Security The New Frontier Part III 85 Classifieds

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EDITOR FOREWORDS

Uk Foreword

We’re back bringing you yet another issue of the Circuit Magazine. The magazine is jampacked with articles on a variety of subjects of interest for people working within the security industry.

Even if you don’t work within the industry and are curious or would like to expand your mind we promise you a great read.

us. This is fine as we cannot become wholly reliant on technology alone or we are in danger of not developing the more organic skills that are essential for our profession. Map reading is a perfect example, what do you do if your smartphone GPS battery runs out if you’ve never been taught to map read?

This is a serious question as some skills seem to be fading away and taught less and less. Technology should be embraced but not relied upon, always be prepared for the “what if the technology fails?”

Can you still carry out your task?

Each issue is full of rich industry specific information written by fellow security professionals for you to draw upon.

If this is your first time reading the publication why not consider downloading the back issues to your device? There is a full nine years worth of useful information waiting to be downloaded and consumed during the coming winter months.

Technology is improving every single day. Not only does advancing technology allow us to read our favourite publications on our devices, but it also gives us an array of fantastic tools with which we can carry out our jobs more efficiently.

I was recently testing a translation app which i found to be fantastic. It allowed you to speak into your device then the app would convert and repeat what was spoken into the language of the person you are talking to. Whilst this is not new technology as we have Google Translate etc, however its ease of use and how well it worked was fantastic. I can only imagine the possibilities that will exist in 10 years time.

Some people will always prefer old school methods and aren’t quick to embrace new technology and the tools that it gives

Honesty check - If you recognise yourself as someone who is overly reliant on technology then take some time out to practice the core skills needed to conduct your job, without the aid of technology.

This can be fun and it’s always good to ‘remind and refresh’ in order to stay on top of your game. By doing this you may find even better ways to perform the different aspects of your role.

Thank you once again to all the writers of the great articles within these pages.

Without you the Circuit wouldn’t be the magazine it is today. Please keep reading, writing for, and supporting the Circuit Magazine.

Stay Safe Shaun West

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US Foreword Here we are once again with the latest issue of The Circuit Magazine. I think it’s pretty cool that after each issue I get messages on social media about certain articles that had a definite impact to a reader.

Sometimes they are Operational, like when we do a product review for a new piece of equipment. Sometimes they are informative, where we dig a little deeper than surface news with say, the conflict in Afghanistan, or Cyberattacks originating from Eastern Europe. However, oftentimes, they are just simply inspirational.

People write me and say that the tone and content of the magazine makes them feel proud to be a part of the Close Protection Industry. Rarely do you see the Editorial or Writing Staff use this outlet as a way to air out personal grievances or do shameless self-promotion. Heck, I coproduce the magazine and rarely try and take up more space than my ongoing Keeping Your Edge column.

(However, I will be running an

AD for my training course this issue).

One of the reasons is, we really are trying to maintain journalist standards with the publication, which is quite the task when you realize than none of us have journalism degrees (That I know of?) The senior staff of The Circuit consist of roll-upyour-sleeves and do the work Close Protection Operatives.

And like us, the majority of the contributors are active in protective services. (Thank god for the typing classes I took in High School!) So, with that said, please forgive us when we let a typo slide by unnoticed or use the wrong verbiage, we really are trying to create something that our community will be proud of.

Elijah Shaw US Editor

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UTILITY OF FORCE

Utility of Force By: David Hammond

It seems a strange anomaly to me that as a Close Protection Officer there is no requirement for me to have any physical intervention training.

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 I hear that there are plans afoot to make CPOs take the physical intervention module from the SIA Door Supervisor course, which on the face of it seems like a reasonable idea. The hole in that particular plan is that from what I can gauge the physical skills element of the DS qualification is not fit for purpose. Certainly it does not fit the bill for close protection of any description.

It is a bizarre situation.

Door Supervisors and Close Protection Officers deal on a regular basis in the Utility

of Force. By definition that means that even if no blows are ever struck, those using the Utility of Force need to be capable of delivering such force as is necessary.

To leave them untrained leaves them vulnerable to either being on the wrong end of physical violence, or not capable of delivering the amount of violence required without being excessive.

The Utility of Force starts with mere presence. In most cases, certainly within my experience of working within a number of security settings within the UK, the

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To leave them untrained leaves them vulnerable to either being on the wrong end of physical violence implicit idea that a DS or CPO is willing to engage in confrontation will ease a potentially violent situation.

This means that within the society that we live in and uphold, de-escalation is a key aspect of the Utility of Force, but that is for another article. For now I wish to continue to address the preparation that is required for the explosion of physical violence; not the ultra-rare, extreme stuff, just that which an average DS or CPO might encounter.

I have been lucky in the training I have received for my work. Despite the fact that there is no requirement for it, my CPO training course did include a useful physical skills module (I am quite happy here to name check Phoenix of Birmingham); I was also trained by a National Health Service Psychiatric

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Department in Dundee.

Coupled with my years of training in judo and aikido, I have managed to pick up a useful array of techniques that have served me well in just about every security situation that I have found myself in. Please don’t read this and think I am claiming to be indestructible – I break and bleed as does everybody else, but I am certainly in a better position to control violence than I would be without that training.

The rationale behind Phoenix giving physical skills training was that many people, even those entering the world of security on so many levels have never actually been involved in physical violence. There was a certain amount of brutality about the Phoenix course, but it was not excessive, the point being made that if you receive incoming,

CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 you still need to be able to operate. It is a point echoed by a colleague of mine, a very professional door supervisor. He suggests that the receiving of a punch to the face will find out whether you are suited for such work or not: I wouldn’t necessarily agree with him, but I do take his point.

The other side of Phoenix’s physical skills training was related to breakaway techniques and restraint.

Now, to me, what they taught should be the very minimum taught to door staff. Yet it isn’t. Such techniques are, again, essential for CPOs, who are usually keen to disengage and keep any situation fluid.

They are also, however, important to those involved in other areas of security.

Without proper training it is easy for a violent situation to end up as merely a fight: fighting is something that I’m not keen on, it tends to cause distress to my shirt.

The question arises, then, what should DS and CPOs be taught, as a basic go to.

I don’t believe the question is that difficult. Certainly at this point there will be exponents of various martial

arts stepping forward to espouse the efficacy of their own system, but most can be discounted easily due largely to the laws of the country and the use of physical force: striking arts tend to be too aggressive and/or will not control a situation. BJJ has its advocates, but the idea that most fights go to the ground is, in my experience, a myth; BJJ does not do well in a stand up toe-to-toe and again it lacks controlling an adversary on their feet.

I started doing Judo as a young man because it was the basis of military unarmed combat, but I have discovered over the years that unless you find someone to teach you the more esoteric aspects of it, it can also be too violent and/or scrappy. Police systems, however, draw heavily on that esoteric aspect of judo, as does aikido and the restraint techniques I learnt in a hospital setting. What I like particularly about what was given to me by the psychiatric department was the fact that the techniques were simple to learn and allowed for a gradual escalation depending on

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response: much the same as encouraged to use deescalation techniques, but at those taught to the police. the moment we and those we are dealing with are in Physical violence is a fact greater danger than need of life. Those of us involved be because the training in the security industry are is inadequate. Perhaps in the front of the queue this is due to the fact that when it comes to people we live in a society where wishing to cause us harm. everybody is scared of being It is right that we are held sued, but either way it is not to account and it is right good. that we are taught and David Hammond is judo and self-defence instructor who also works as a Close Protection Officer and Door Supervisor. His experience includes working with bands, television and court witnesses and he specialises in Individual Bodyguarding (IBG). He can be contacted at david@dthprotection.com

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Perimeter Security

securing the event Urban threats are becoming increasingly commonplace in today’s modern world. With attacks taking place in areas where large volumes of the public are gathered – be it on a public transport network, going about their daily lives in a big city, or attending a high-profile event, we live in a society where security is continually being challenged.

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SECURING THE EVENT As we have seen over the past few years, terror threats and attacks have taken place at events such as the Boston Marathon in 2013, a concert at the Bataclan Theatre and Stade de France in Paris in 2015, a Christmas market in Berlin in 2016, and most recently in Manchester and Las Vegas this year.

ways of deterring a threat is ensuring that the perimeter is secure. While it is likely that an event space already has some form of perimeter protection, new advances in technology and design means that barriers are able to provide suitable protection against threats from vehicle attacks.

Vehicle mitigation barriers The change in terror tactics, in the UK are required to have been tested to the and the increase of ‘vehicle as weapon’ attacks, present PAS 68 standard, which is the specification which security professionals with barriers are tested against a number of challenges – including the vehicle and some current security type, test mass, and impact measures have become speed. As ‘vehicle as ineffective at protecting weapon’ attacks increase, against this new type of current security barriers threat posed. Some of the need to be updated to most recent terror attacks which have taken place have provide suitable mitigation against vehicle attacks. involved both vehicle and knife attacks such as the Concrete bollards are Westminster and London commonly used to protect a Bridge and Borough Market perimeter, yet researchers incidents earlier this year.

This combination of threats, in Germany found concrete barriers to be ineffective at again presents challenges for those securing events as providing defence against there are multiple threats to vehicles. Aside from being largely ineffective, they consider when creating and also require a large amount implementing their security of preparation work to be strategy. installed, especially if a permanent solution isn’t Perimeter Security required.

One of the most effective

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Vehicle mitigation barriers, such as TERRABLOCK, come flat-packed and can be installed rapidly as they require no foundations.

Filled with either earth from the surrounding area where possible or a ballast bag, an anti-climb mesh is used to make the structure, providing additional protection.

For temporary event spaces, a permanent security solution is often not viable, which is where flat-packed barriers can be used to provide the required level of protection without the need for a disruptive installation period.

There is also the decision to be made as to where the perimeter should be

established at an event.

With many attacks taking place in areas just outside of where perimeter protection has been installed, as was the case with the Manchester Arena bomb attack which occurred as people exited the venue.

A perimeter barrier needs to be installed to provide protection not just around the immediate event space, but within its vicinity too.

Front-line Staff Education and Protection While securing the perimeter is fundamental to security, if it does become exposed, adequate staff protection needs to be in place for those on the front line who are in charge of protecting the public.

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SECURING THE EVENT Ballistic resistant body armour is able to provide a high-level of protection, and as it is light to wear, and concealable, it provides discreet and comfortable defence against further threats if confronted.

Alongside physical protection, there is also the need to ensure that staff are adequately educated on identifying potential threats and the process to follow if they spot something untoward. The Stay Safe initiative advises the ‘run, hide, tell’ policy, although it is also recommended that as an event organiser, that you have a process staff should follow for evacuating an area safely if a terror threat is identified.

following guidance is given: • Critical – an attack is expected imminently • Severe - an attack is highly likely • Substantial - an attack is a strong possibility • Moderate - an attack is possible but not likely • Low - an attack is unlikely Using this scale, event organisers are able to determine how likely an attack is according to the Government, and the security measures which need to be implemented to prevent an attack.

No guarantee can be made where security is concerned.

However, ensuring that your security strategy uses the latest vehicle mitigation barriers and that staff The Government threat are actively educated on level is there to advise identifying threats and event organisers and those tasked with securing critical securing an area, it can help to deter attacks from taking infrastructure and events as to the security measures place, and mitigate the they need to implement. The damage if they do occur.

Adam Wilding-Webb joined Hesco in 2017 as the High Security Product Director, leading the development and implementation of the Hesco range of High Security products.

Initially working in a technical role Adam has spent over 10 years in leadership roles across the security and defence sector, within multiple industries across the world. Web: www.hesco.com

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Mental Illness and Addiction:

By: Jason Poston

Why Should You Care?

Addiction. Mental Illness. What comes to mind when you hear those words? According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, approximately 1 in 5 Americans experience a form mental illness within a given year, while about 21% of 13-18 year olds experience a serious mental illness.

Serious mental illnesses (SMI) include such diagnoses as Schizophrenia, Paranoia with psychosis, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Nonserious Mental Illness includes such disorders as Attention Deficit Hyper

Activity Disorder (ADHD), Generalized Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder, and Social Phobias. It is also estimated that over 20 million Americans suffer from a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or addiction issue. Of those, at least half also experience some type of mental illness. The truth is that individuals with

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stress lifestyles, exposure to traumatic events (such as stalking, assault, death threats, etc.), and easy access to drugs and alcohol are a few of these factors. Additional risk factors for substance abuse include high impulsivity or “adrenaline junkies,” peer pressure (adult or youth), and mental illnesses.

Family history and genetic factors can also play a role with both mental health and substance abuse.

mental illness or substance use disorders look just like any other person you might encounter on a daily basis.

They could be anyone – including our clients. That’s right. These disorders are no respecter of person, social status, gender, fame, or wealth. In fact, our clients possess some traits that may place them in the category of those most at risk of developing a mental health or substance use disorder – or both. High

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So what does it look like, and what can protectors do?

Of the millions of Americans who suffer from mental illness, most are able to lead normal daily lives without significant difficulty, but that doesn’t mean that protectors cannot educate themselves about signs and symptoms, and have a better idea of what to look for.

Common signs of mental illness and substance use disorders include: • lack of energy and motivation, • poor attention to appearance and personal hygiene, • Appetite changes, • lack of facial expressions and emotion,

CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 • crying spells, • being withdrawn or isolating, • complaints of tiredness, fatigue, and lethargy.

In addition to the above, additional symptoms in children and adolescents may include: • irritability, • difficulty focusing, • hyperactivity or defiant behaviors • cutting and self-harm behaviors, • increased risk-taking behaviors, • being more “secretive” about their activities, • poor school performance.

The better you know your clients, the better

you can identify potential effects of SMI and SUDs. Identification and treatment are essential to recovery. The use of psychotropic medications and psychotherapy are successful in treating mental health disorders. These topics can be sensitive, and protectors – as employers – may be reluctant to bring up the subject out of respect, privacy, or overstepping a professional boundary, but it should be noted that untreated mental illness, and to a larger degree, substance abuse, can pose a safety risk to our clients. Individuals with SMI are at increased risk of having chronic medical conditions such as high

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MENTAL ILLNESS AND ADDICTION blood pressure, heart attack, and diabetes. SMI’s are the 3rd most common cause of hospitalization in the U.S. for both youths and adults aged 18–50, and can decrease life expectancy by as much as 20 years.

Additionally, suicide is currently the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, the 3rd leading cause of death for youth aged 10–14, and the 2nd leading cause of death for young people aged 15–24.

At least 90% of people who die by suicide have a mental health disorder, and adolescents and young adults, 24 years old and below, are at greater risk.

It is important to get to know your clients so you have a better chance of identifying and reacting to behavioral changes, changes in daily routines, and possible increases in attitude. This may help you better intervene in potential life-threatening situations and better safeguard your clients. Known risk factors for suicide include family history of suicide (any other family members), substance abuse, mental illness, experiencing a personal loss or trauma, access to weapons, and

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prolonged periods of stress, self-harm/mutilation, and lack of sleep. Also notably, males are also four to five times more likely to die by suicide than females – though this does not mean one should ignore any potential signs in females.

What about substance abuse?

Substance abuse has practically exploded in the United States, with the U.S. outpacing other nations in the use of drugs like cocaine, marijuana, and alcohol. Ironically, the risk of developing drug addiction or alcoholism (physical dependence) is higher for wealthy, upper class individuals, than those of lower economic status – because addiction is expensive. This means that protectors are more likely to encounter clients who are developing or suffering from addiction.

Treatment and relapse prevention are paramount to successfully battling substance use issues and maintaining recovery.

Knowing and understanding your client’s individual triggers for a potential relapse is a necessary

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Mental illness and substance addiction both have the potential to alter behaviors at a moment’s notice, and can affect every aspect of a person’s life. part of making yourself a useful tool in your client’s long-term recovery efforts, rather than a stumbling block for relapse. Triggers are anything that cause a “craving” affect from your client – which automatically happens in the brain.

similar amounts of their drug of choice, which can cause a fatal overdose because the body is no longer able to tolerate these high doses after being in treatment.

Mental illness and substance addiction both have the By knowing these triggers, potential to alter behaviors and controlling movements at a moment’s notice, and and access, Protectors can can affect every aspect of a play a pivotal role in helping person’s life. They have the clients avoid their triggers. ability to change someone’s This is important because mood from feeling some research has shown depressed, suicidal, and that these relapse triggers having thoughts of death or can cause the brain to react self-harm, to experiencing in a matter of seconds mania, periods of high – producing a sudden energy, and impulsivity. increase in dopamine in Knowing and understanding response to the trigger, and that your client may overwhelming the natural suffer from mental illness decision making functions or addiction can put you in the frontal cortex, and in a better position to effectively making them mitigate potential threats useless. This can lead to and risks of injury or full blown relapse. It’s also death to themselves or important to note that to those around them, or clients who experience damaging their personal or relapse after leaving rehab professional reputation –and will often attempt to use your own.

Jason Poston is a trained Executive Protection Agent and a licensed clinical social worker and certified substance abuse counselor.

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DR DAVID RUBENS

Dr David Rubens interview With Jon Moss

David, welcome back to the Circuit magazine!

Thanks Jon, it’s good to be back.

University’s Scarman Institute, and then spent some years using that both in my consultancy, and also teaching on various It’s been quite a while since programmes. In 2011 I we have had anything from was invited to join a new you here in The Circuit, programme, which was and I know you have been a Professional Doctorate involved in many different in Security and Risk areas of the security and Management being set up risk management world at University of Portsmouth. since we last spoke, but The difference between the first thing I have to ask a Professional Doctorate about is – Dr David Rubens? and a PhD is that a PhD Yes, I am now officially a is purely academic, and doctor. As you may know, is usually taken by people I did my Masters Degree who are starting out in in Security and Risk their academic careers.

Management at Leicester The Professional Doctorate

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 is designed for people who have a lifetime of experience, and who have developed what is called ‘embodied expertise’, that is, expertise that is personal to them and based on their own experiences, but then gives them an opportunity to develop that personal experience into an academic framework, through doctorate level research and writing. As the professors at UoP will be happy to tell you, Professional Doctorates are actually older than PhD’s!

How long did that programme take and how hard was it for you?

The programme is officially four years, on a distance learning basis. The first two years is a ‘taught course’, where you have various modules to compete concerning academic approaches and doctorate

level research and writing, and then you have two years to complete the thesis, which is around 40,0000 words. I actually found it both a lot more interesting that I had expected but also a lot more challenging. For much of the programme I was working in Africa, so to fit that in together with the level of reading that is required, was testing – but I made it through, and as with any selection process, once you are through, in retrospect it doesn’t seem as hard as you thought at the time.....

What was your thesis on?

The thesis was about nonhierarchical command and control frameworks for extreme crisis events, and the relevance of that can be seen in the sorts of ‘hypercomplex’ crises we are now seeing on an almost regular basis. The nature of the

I was working in Africa, so to fit that in together with the level of reading that is required, was testing – but I made it through, and as with any selection process, once you are through, in retrospect it doesn’t seem as hard as you thought at the time......

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DR DAVID RUBENS crises that we are facing are becoming more complex in every aspect of their impacts and consequences, and the thesis looked at how command and control and decision-making structures needed to adapt in order to be able to survive in those extreme environments, and to be able to maintain their functionality in delivering the C2 services that they were responsible for.

north-west London between 1991 and 2012, and still regularly get messages on LinkedIn from people who had been through the programmes there.

And you were also amongst the first people to run Close Protection courses in the UK....

Yes, we started training CP around 1998, and by the time that the SIA brought the CP licensing in in 2006, It is certainly a long way we had established a good away from your first days as reputation. We were only a Door Supervisor trainer! running short programmes Many of our readers will – around five days, but part know you, but many of of that was an overseas the younger one will not exercise, where we set be aware that you were up an exercise in another part of the very first stage country, and the people of the development of on the course had to run what we now recognise as that. We had them in about the ‘professional security twenty countries all over industry’.

Europe – a whole lot of fun.

Yes, I started training door The level of the course was supervisors in 1991, and acknowledged by the fact was actually on the very that when the SIA came and first list of approved trainers set up the CP license, they put out by Westminster gave ‘Prior Accreditation’ Council in October 1992 recognition to the Royal – so there are others who Protection Group CP course, were also around at the the Royal Military Police CP time, but I can certainly course – and to the Meido claim to be amongst the CP course (Meido was the first generation. I still meet name of my company at the people all over the world time). who trained with me in our training centre in West As we have come on to Hampstead and Kilburn in the subject, what are you

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 feelings about the state of the CP industry at the moment – and in fact, private security in general?

Well, there is no doubt that the CP circuit at the moment is very tough – but then again, the whole world is tough at the moment, whatever sector you are involved in, whether it is in security or not. The most recent figures issued by the SIA state that there are over 14,000 people holding a CP license in the UK. It seems clear that there is not the level of demand for CP services to support that sort of numbers. The truth is, we have never really had a culture of close protection in this country – even major public figures, high profile businessmen and multimillion pound footballers are used to moving around without any personal security.

However, I also believe that this creates an opportunity, because we have got to the stage (and it may be that some people reading this may disagree), where there is a premium for excellence. That is, there is now a clear differentiation between people who take pride in what they do and – the most important aspect by far – are prepared to

treat it as a career, rather than just trying to get a job.

People who hire security personnel are increasingly asking about qualifications – and that is not just an SIA license, but something that demonstrates professional commitment and competence beyond basic entry-level licensing. This is a genuine opportunity for those people who are prepared to invest in themselves and their personal and professional development to create opportunities that will not be available to those who do not make the same commitment.

One of the clear examples is the Frontier Risks SRMC (Security Risk Management Consultants) programme, that will be known to many Circuit readers. There is no doubt that that course is not only excellent in itself, but is widely recognised across the world for the quality of the people who come through it.

My company, Deltar, runs a Level 5 Management Award in Corporate Risk and Crisis Management that we deliver around the world, and is designed for people who are looking to work in a corporate or senior management

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DR DAVID RUBENS environment, and want to have an understanding of the sorts of challenges associated with strategic planning and management for high-level 21st century risks and threats. We also have a 12-month Level 6 distance-learning Diploma in Strategic Risk and Crisis Management, which takes a more academic approach to the same subjects. .

Both of those courses are accredited by the UK government Office of Qualifications, which means that for the first time, we have an official qualification associated with security and risk management, rather than just a list of certificates.

At an even higher level, there is now the Chartered

It seems clear that there is not the level of demand for CP services to support that sort of numbers.

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The world that we are all operating in is increasingly unstable, volatile and complex.

Security Professional programme, which means that experienced security managers can become chartered, just as they might be chartered accountants, chartered engineers and the similar.

These are all extremely significant developments, and for the people who are prepared to take advantage of them, they open up opportunities in terms of career building and personal and professional development that go beyond anything that was conceived of under the SIA licensing programme.

You talk about security personnel building careers – what is it that you think that are the qualities that would allow someone to achieve that?

It is no different from anyone else with the same ambition in any other professional sector.

And I think it is that word ‘professional’ that makes the difference. The world

that we are all operating in is increasingly unstable, volatile and complex. For anyone claiming to be able to offer ‘protective’ services within that environment, whether it is in terms of close protection, corporate risk management, travel management, maritime security, reputation management or any other aspect, they need to demonstrate a level of professionalism, capabilities and personal skills appropriate to those roles. They also need to understand that they will be competing against a global community of other personnel with similar backgrounds. The single thing that will give them the greatest advantage is professional qualification, combined with a personal commitment to excellence.

David, you have been around in this industry since its beginning, and you have seen a whole load of changes over those years.

Are you, on the whole,

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DR DAVID RUBENS optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the security sector?

Absolutely optimistic (though those who know me wouldn’t have expected me to say anything different!).

There is no question that the world is a tough place at the moment, and in many ways it is a lot tougher now than it was twenty-five years ago.

However, on the other hand, we now have the concept of ‘professional security and risk managers’ that also didn’t exist twenty-five years ago, and we have the recognition across the world of the importance – the vital importance - of people who have an understanding of these subjects and who can offer leadership and guidance within organisations. I don’t think it is possible to have a major organisation anywhere in the world that does not have people who are qualified in some aspect of security and risk management. For those people who are prepared to make the commitment, the world is full of opportunities.

David, as always, it had been a pleasure to have the opportunity to catch up with you, and thank you for your time.

It’s been my pleasure.

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Acid attacks are on the rise

By: Lee Reid

how could high quality CCTV help prevent them?

The recent surge in acid attacks in London and surrounding areas has filled the headlines in recent weeks and months, understandably causing a great deal of concern for the general public and those responsible for their safety.

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 The National Health Service (NHS) recently revealed that the number of victims requiring specialist treatment as a result of these attacks has doubled over the last three years, showing that acid is fast becoming the latest, albeit disturbing, “weapon of choice�.

severe injuries. In fact, Squires (2000) found that the emergency services are called out an average of 10 to 20 times for every 700 hours of observation of live footage, which demonstrates just how important this surveillance can be.

A deterrent?

These thoughtless moments CCTV has long played a of violence are causing part in deterring people irreversible harm and from committing crimes. A mental trauma to these recent study undertaken by victims. With corrosive Co-op insurance consulted substances being so readily 12 former criminals, available to buy, additional with the results showing measures need to be put that CCTV cameras are in place in order to deter their number one biggest potential attackers and deterrent. A greater density ensure that any perpetrators of surveillance cameras in responsible are brought to clear view in public places justice. is important for reducing crime and these positive Provision of medical preventative effects can assistance potentially filter to other Acid attack victims require nearby areas too. immediate assistance to prevent these corrosive Catching perpetrators substances from causing When it comes to these devastating effects for the types of attacks, CCTV is victim. When CCTV camera often the only form of hard operators are watching evidence that can be used footage in real time and to find the perpetrator and they see an incident of this ensure they are brought to type taking place, they can justice. One such example contact emergency services of this was after the 2011 or on-site first aiders to London riots, when police attend the scene, potentially viewed over 200,000 hours saving victims from more of CCTV footage, it allowed

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ACID ATTACKS ARE ON THE RISE them to identify 5000 offenders. These criminals of various varieties simply would not have been prosecuted if it wasn’t for high quality CCTV cameras which provided a means of identification.

Further to this, even when cameras do not capture an image of the perpetrator, it will often show witnesses or passersby who can be contacted to provide valuable information towards an investigation. Similarly, CCTV cameras also act to save money for the public, as in court, criminals are much more likely to plead guilty if faced with clear, undeniable evidence. In

CCTV has long played a part in deterring people from committing crimes.

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2010, the Metropolitan Police announced that 1 in 6 crimes were solved using CCTV solutions.

CCTV is highly effective in specific locations where good coverage can be ensured, such as in a nightclub or restaurant.

Confined areas enable almost 100 percent coverage and mean there are no blind spots which can be exploited by criminals.

Improved lighting and higher resolution cameras will also contribute to a greater quality recording.

Unfortunately, many businesses invest in low quality CCTV or do not

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Lee Reid, Managing Director at London-based security company Knightsbridge Fire and Security has the following advice for businesses looking to invest in high quality CCTV: “Unfortunately many CCTV systems are not maintained properly, which can lead to a variety of issues. Not recording properly is one such problem, whereby the live image is of good quality but the playback is poor.

The location of cameras is another key issue which can often be overlooked, which is why consulting clients about their areas of concern before installation is vital. For example, in bars, aspects such as glass doors can be overlooked, however on camera, people

will appear as silhouettes, meaning no facial recognition can take place.

The most important area for positioning cameras is undoubtedly the entrances to ensure a clear head and shoulders shot for identification, as this is the only way it will stand up in court.

When investing in a CCTV solution, I would always advise opting for a full service, from design right through to installation and regular maintenance, with a proactive security assessment every six months. Any additional risks or changes to the premises should always be taken in to account, to ensure necessary repositioning can take place. This will ensure that no areas are hidden when it comes to protecting the public from these vicious attacks, which are unfortunately becoming increasingly commonplace.

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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

Disaster Preparedness

By: Mark “Six” James CPO, EPS, CAS

Rule number one when it comes to disaster management – preparation beats the hell out of managing in the crisis. Now is the perfect time to start preparing while there is no critical emergency or natural disaster. When it comes to disaster preparedness I think about the Family, the Dwelling, the Environment, Critical Stuff and the Plan.

The Family When it comes to the family, consider both your family and your client’s, immediate and extended.

The same considerations and recommendations made for your client must also be considered for yourself and your family.

Why? You cannot do an effective job of supporting your own client, if you are feeling unsettled at home.

Is everyone evacuating or are some planning to stay? Is anyone mobility or travel challenged? Do we

have anyone residing in an assisted living facility? Are we comfortable with the emergency or evacuation plans of the assisted living facility? Now is the time to understand those plans. If you live in areas that are prone to natural disasters (hurricanes, tornados, flooding etc.), the readiness plans of those facilities should be taken into consideration when determining long-term care for those in need. This avoids you later having to jeopardize yourself or

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 other family members from making a decision during an actual crisis to try and recover a loved one. Has the family plan included the family pets? Even with the best of intentions the environmental conditions may render the area unreachable. During natural disasters, many municipalities often issue mandatory curfews so even an attempt rescue during restricted hours may make you subject to arrest.

The Dwelling When it comes to natural disasters like hurricanes, most dwellings are compromised by wind, water or flying projectiles.

Have you or your client installed permanent or temporary storm shutters, outer storm doors and windows? Is the dwelling itself secure (brick verses prefabricated homes or mobile homes etc.)? Is the structure itself strong enough to withstand hurricane force winds?

If your concern is the

potential for flooding does the property have a detention pond designed to temporarily hold water to assist in flood control, as it slowly drains elsewhere?

Consider lowering the water levels in the swimming pool to allow it to catch any drainage runoff. Avoid lowering the levels too much as you may damage both the pool and the equipment.

Don’t overly chlorinate the pool. If the power goes out, you should not put chlorine in the pool until the power is back on. Have you placed sand bags around the base of the structure to help divert moving water around the structure?

The Environment (Geography) Is the area itself below sea level? For example, the average elevation of the City of New Orleans is between one and two feet below sea level. Some of the Eastern parts of New Orleans are as much as 7 feet below sea level. Is the home, office or other building of

Have you placed sand bags around the base of the structure to help divert moving water around the structure?

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mayor, governor or weather man for you to consider evacuating during a Category 4 or 5 hurricane.

Critical Stuff What is the plan for protecting important legal papers, family heirlooms, photos etc.? Will they be stored in plastic bags or containers in a safe deposit box or are you storing them in plastic bags and containers and taking them with you? Remember even if the plan is to store them in safe deposit box at the bank, what is the elevation of the banks structure, and is it prone to the same conditions you are evacuating from? If you are leaving them behind on an elevated level of the structure are they protected by a theft and/or fire rated safe? What is your plan to secure any firearms and ammo, work tools, business equipment etc.?

Also depending on the dwelling and potentially effected geography a Category 2 storm may produce enough water in some areas to cause catastrophic flooding.

So, everyone’s individual situations should determine their individual, family or client’s tactics. If told to evacuate do so immediately.

The longer you wait, the fewer options you have, supplies are reduced and travel is restricted and traffic often becomes a slow crawl, further adding to your stress and anxiety. Also evacuating does not always mean leaving the state.

The Plan As a trusted advisor, your personal decisions or recommendations to your client to stay or evacuate should not require governmental permission.

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Sometimes it just means going to a part of the city or county that is of higher elevation or protected by physical barriers. In states like Florida some of the modern high schools are designed from initial construction to be evacuation centers. I know first-hand from one of my family members who decided to evacuate to County identified shelter (modern high school) where classrooms were converted

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into sleeping quarters, the local municipal animal control shelters staffed the pet center within the shelter, and shelter residents had the ability to visit their pets 24 hours a day and they had makeshift runs for family members to walk their dogs. The shelter also served three hot meals a day, and was staffed by the local sheriff’s department and national guard for assistance if required. We have come a long way since hurricane Katrina. If you or your client’s municipality and local school board is not this forward thinking, now is the time to plant

those seeds and make “goforward” plans.

Whether the decision is made to evacuate or hunker down and ride the storm out, here are some of my top preparedness tips: Securing the Structure • Secure the outer dwelling - Shutter windows and doors and bring everything outside into your garage or house.

Place sandbags around any low laying areas you are concerned about the potential for water penetration.

• Consider taking down

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If you or your client’s municipality and local school board is not this forward thinking, now is the time to plant those seeds and make “go-forward” plans.

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dead or dying trees in advance of the storm, also think about how strong the root base is in relation to the trees canopy and will it survive the storm force winds or will the winds bring the tree down? It will be far cheaper to remove or trim the trees pre-hurricane and reduce potential damage to the structure and occupants than the often-inflated costs we see by tree removal companies following catastrophic storms.

Essential Personal Needs • Water – Make sure you have enough water to drink for minimum of 7 days. That can be bottled, filtered or pre-emergency tap water. Remember even after the storm passes there normally is a delay in getting all systems restored and there are often boil water advisories implemented.

• Food – Make sure you have enough food for a minimum of 7 days – Protein bars and other packaged food are preferred.

• Ice - Start building your inventory now. Whether you purchase ice or package your own.

• Perishables first - Start

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If part of your food is military MRI’s your body may not be accustomed to the food, if your options are not part of your regular diet, your body may reject it. using up your perishables first. In the event of an extended power outage you have less waste.

• Medication and Emergency First Aid Kit – Make sure to pack your medication and ask the doctor to write you a prescription for any short supplies should you need to travel out of town or there is a prolonged mandatory evacuation. Also consider over the counter medication for diarrhea, constipation or other traveler’s stomach concerns. As an example, if part of your food is military MRI’s your body may not be accustomed to the food, if your options are not part of your regular diet, your body may reject it.

• Wash Clothes – At least 5 – 7 days of clean clothes particularly undergarments.

• Hygiene and Sanitation Items – This is not only good for reducing personal odor, they also help reduce the spread of bacteria and infectious diseases.

Critical Supplies • Emergency Communication – Fully charged cell phones, tablets, computers with back up batteries and chargers. Consider getting at least one solar powered charger. Twoway radios also make great communication tools.

• Plastic Sheet/Liner – Use this to line the tub. Then you can fill your tub with water without it leaking out. You can use this to flush the toilet and for basic cleaning if the water goes out.

• Zip Lock Bags - Buy large and small ones. You’ll use them to protect papers and other valuables. You

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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS should consider filing them (heirlooms), photos, 3/4 full of water and stuff papers and packaged food. the freezer full. Do that • Get plastic sheeting and a minimum of 72 hours in plenty of duct tape – Use advance to be sure they the sheeting and duct tape are frozen solid. If the to help further seal power goes out they will windows and doors to keep keep your refrigerator or out water and drafts. freezer colder.

• Fill up Vehicles – Fill all • Portable battery-operated vehicles and check tires AM/FM Radio-this helps and fluid levels. If you you stay in touch with are forced to evacuate weather alerts or other understand fuel will be at a potential evacuation premium in the evacuating information particularly if areas and as conditions there is a loss of power. deteriorate it may be • Flashlights - Get LED awhile before the stations flashlights and/or lanterns. are resupplied.

They run longer on fewer • Cash Now – Get some batteries. Maintain a cash now as the threat supply of extra batteries looms larger many ATMs from AA, AAA, C, D, 9 Volt will run out of cash and and 6 Volt Lantern. many banks may be • Large Plastic Bins – closed. If retailers lose Use these for valuables power you may lose the

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One of the most important keys to reducing anxiety and depression following a major event, is getting the family’s life back to normalcy. ability to use your credit or debit cards.

• Screen Shot Important Docs - screenshot & send to your email. Take originals with you.

• Up to Date Pet Records, Food and Portable Crate – If you are taking your dog with you or boarding them in a sheltered facility you will be required to produce up to date shot records and may have to provide your own travel crate or kennel.

Generators Consider purchasing a backup generator for the house in advance of an emergency. Then make sure you keep a minimum of seven days fuel on hand.

Even if you are evacuating, when you return there is no guarantee on how long it will take for power to be restored. One of the most important keys to reducing anxiety and depression following a major event, is

getting the family’s life back to normalcy. If you have a Transfer Switch installed in the dwelling before an emergency occurs, in the event of an outage you can safely and efficiently run and connect your backup generator via the transfer switch, particularly handy when you want to power multiple rooms or appliances.

Also remember backup generators need to be run outside of the home, not inside of the dwelling.

• Medium Generators Powers: Survival appliances; Connections: Extension cords. Watts: 1,000 – 5,000; Tank Size: 3 – 8 gallons; Starter: Recoil or electric.

• Large Generators Powers: Multiple rooms; Connections: Cords or switches. Watts: 6,000 – 8,000; Tank Size: 6 – 9 gallons; Starter: Recoil or electric.

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• Extra Large Generators Powers: Small homes; Connections: Transfer switches. Watts: 10,000 – 17,000; Tank Size: 8 – 16 gallons; Starter: Electric.

Protective Gear • Waterproof Protective Boots and Gear – You should make every effort to avoid having to traverse through standing water.

For large storms expect sewage contamination from bacteria, human waste and other toxins in the water as well. During hurricane Harvey officials in Houston found e-coli levels as much as 135 times higher those

considered safe.

• Firearms and Ammo – Secure all firearms and ammunition whether you are transporting them or storing them. All firearms with the exception of the ones you are carrying for your personal protection, should be stored in lockable dry storage bins or safes.

While the above considerations are not all inclusive they will give you a good start on helping you enhance your family’s or client’s safety and reduce exposure during an emergency or natural disaster.

For additional safety tips visit www.pantherprotectionservices. com. Mark “Six” James is Founder and Executive Director of Panther Protection Services, LLC. He is an internationally published author, keynote speaker, security consultant to educational institutions and frequent contributor to a number of print, broadcast and online media, and the author of a number of security, firearm and protection publications. Panther Protection Services is a full-service protection agency focusing on Risk and Crisis Mitigation, Protective Services, Self-Defense Training, and Firearm Instruction.

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Risk Management Tips for Every Household

By: Matt Jambro

Home safety should be top priority for any homeowner. Everyone wants and should feel safe in their own home so it is important to take necessary measures of securing it.

Even if you live in a safe neighborhood or in a safe part of the city, you and your house can be a target of burglary or home invasion. That’s why everyone has to take some precautions and make their homes as secure as possible.

target for burglary, make it harder to break into, and put some kind of a security system in place. There are many things you could do, so let’s see what and how.

Know your neighbors Let’s start with some simple and obvious things you could do to protect your Here you can find out about home. First of all, it can be some of the most common very valuable to know who risks, as well as get some your neighbors are and risk management tips. Make to be on good terms with your home a less attractive them. There will always be

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If you are on good terms with them you can even ask them to check on your house every once in a while, and keep an eye on it when you’re not home. And you can do the same for them in return.

Secure your doors and windows It may seem too simple or obvious, but it has to be mentioned. Always lock your doors and windows, and always check them when you leave your house.

It may seem too simple or obvious, but it has to be mentioned. Always lock your doors and windows, and always check them when you leave your house.

Many sometimes forget to do it and it makes things very easy for the potential burglars or home invaders.

Lock them whether you’re home or away, when you come in or go out, and always check them before you go to bed.

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on the doors, if they are strong and stable enough.

Check for any holes in the doors as well as different slots through which the lock could be reached.

Important! Never leave your key hidden somewhere outside your house. The hiding places are usually obvious and the chances are that the burglars will have no problem locating them.

When it comes to windows, you can put locks on them,

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and the best solution are those operated with a key.

Also secure the window glass itself, especially those by the doors where burglars could break it and reach the door lock. Use tempered, shatterproof or safety glass to make it stronger.

Reduce possible hiding spots If you have a lot of shrubs, bushes, trees, or a big, tall fence it makes it easier to sneak around the house and

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hide. Clear the landscape as much as you can, trim your plants, and get a nice clean view of the area around your home.

The more features your system has, the safer you will feel, but simple alarms are usually enough to deter the burglars. You can opt for simple alarms on your Install outdoor lighting doors and windows which Installing an outdoor will set off when a breaklighting system will help you in is detected. It can scare feel more secure at night. the burglars, it can give The best solution is to have you time to call the police motion-sense lights which if you’re home, and if will turn on when something you’re not, it can alarm the or somebody is moving neighbors so that they can around your house, alerting call them. you of potential dangers.

Burglars are less likely to Another option is a carry on with their plans if monitored system. With the lights turn on as they this system, there is an can be seen easily. offsite monitoring center which contacts you when Install a security system the alarm goes off to make Last but not least, a proper sure everything is ok. If security system provides the they cannot reach you they best protection and every will call the police, or if they home should have one. They do reach you and you are in come in all shapes and sizes, some kind of danger, they from the simple alarms, to can call the police once the more complex systems. again.

Evaluate your home and your needs when it comes There are more options, to security, as well as the some simpler, some more area or the neighborhood complex and developed, where you live, and decide but it’s up to you and your what the best option for specific needs which one you is, what you feel most you will choose. comfortable with.

Matt works for Georgia Roof Pro, specialists in home improvement, home security and smart technology.

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Countering snipers Part 1

By: Orlando Wilson

I am sure there are those who initially looked at the title of this article dismissed it as something that will never apply to them and that it is just fear mongering.

Personally, I think the information here is applicable to everyone who is working in hostile environments or with high-risk clients.

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 line. According to LifeNews Examples of high-profile daily’s timeline, the hitman sniper shoots include: attempted to move her by • Zoran Đinđić, the sixth Prime shooting her in the thigh.

Minister of the Republic of When she remained upright, Serbia, was assassinated on she was shot again in the March 12, 2003, in Belgrade, chest and fell, allowing the Serbia. Đinđić was shot from sniper to hit Usoyan once approximately 180 meters more as his bodyguards away, using a 7.62mm grouped around their Heckler & Koch G3 rifle as wounded boss. he exited his vehicle outside • Montenegrin gangster the Serbian government Dalibor Djuric was shot headquarters. He was shot in the chest by a sniper in the heart and died almost on 22nd September 2016 instantly, his bodyguard while outdors in the yard was also seriously wounded of the Spuz state prison in the stomach by another in the Montenegrin capital shot.

Podgorica. The jailed Mafia • Kurdish crime boss Aslan boss of one the rival drugs Usoyan was killed in a sniper clans in the resort of Kotor attack in central Moscow on was shot dead in prison January 16th, 2013. The while serving a two-year assassin used a silenced sentence for extortion.

‘Val’ 9mm assault rifle. One Police blocked the streets of Usoyan’s bodyguards surrounding the Spuz prison reportedly returned fire with to try to locate the assassin, several blind shots, but the but only found a car set on fact that it took some time fire near the prison. for police to find shooter’s • Nicola Rizzuto was killed position showed that the on November 10, 2010, he bodyguard had failed was the leader of the Sicilian completely at locating the faction of the Rizzuto crime sniper. Usoyan was shot in family in Montreal, Quebec, the head, a woman walking Canada. Rizzuto was killed near the mob boss stepped at his home when a single into the assassin’s firing

Kurdish crime boss Aslan Usoyan was killed in a sniper attack in central Moscow on January 16th, 2013. The assassin used a silenced ‘Val’ 9mm assault rifle.

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COUNTERING SNIPERS bullet from a sniper’s rifle which went through two layers of glass in the rear patio doors, the gunman was hiding in the woods outside the mafia boss’s Montreal house.

Three of the above assasinations were of Mafia bosses, and I am sure there are plenty of you wondering why I would use these as examples for legitimate close protection personnel. Well, 1. To show that the criminals have trained shooters and weapons avalible 2. A lot of bussinesses overlap into the criminal world ranging from high-end jewllery to real estate. This is where you need to always do indepth duedilligence on your clients, they may appear to be squeacky clean but, whats the the real reason they need your services! So, understanding a little about snipers and counter sniper operations is an essential part of your operational planning and preparations.

Snipers One thing I find amusing and annoying is that whenever there is a terrorist attack with an attacker using a long gun the media tends to immediately label the shooter as a sniper. There is a very big difference between a trained sniper and some idiot with a rifle and just because

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someone served in the military to some extent it does not make them a sniper. But, with modern weapons and a little knowledge the wannabe jihadist or anarchist are still a serious threat.

Whether your potential threat is from specially trained personnel outfitted with state of the art equipment or merely an individual with average marksmanship skills, armed with an off the shelf rifle and tactics acquired from YouTube, you need to have plans in place to minimalize the threat and procedures in place for dealing with active shooter situations.

There are five general types of shooters: the military sniper, the trained infantryman, the trained marksman, the trained shooter and the untrained armed civilian.

Tactically each group have their own application and operational styles, you need to understand a little how they operate to identify the threat you could be under and plan effective countermeasures.

• Military Snipers: At the top of the sniper field are those who have been selected for and passed military sniper schools that usually last anywhere from two to three months. Note, I said selected for… Candidates for most military sniper

CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 300 meters, rather than the schools are usually selected camouflage, concealment, to attend the courses after stalking and combat tactics going through basic training which are not needed by law and proving themselves enforcement units. capable soldiers within • The Trained Shooter: Most their units, to start with. military personnel are In addition to long range trained to safely use, shoot, shooting skills military and qualify with a rifle on a trained snipers need to regular basis, so they are be experts in navigation, trained to some extent, but communications, the standards can vary to camouflage, concealment extremes. There are also and observation. These the trained competition individuals are trained to and recreational shooters select key individuals as who practice regularly and their targets, stalk them and undertake professional kill them at distance while marksmanship training but avoiding detection. lack the tactical training.

• The Trained Infantryman: Hunters also fall into this Infantry soldiers from category and tend to have professional armies should at least a basic knowledge have no problems shooting of camouflage and and hitting a man-sized concealment. target at 300 meters • The Armed Civilian: These (yards) with their service are shooters with little weapons in most weather or no formal military or conditions from a prone firearms training. You can position. In addition to see them all the time in the their shooting skills they news reports from various are trained in camouflage, international warzones. concealment, stalking and They have been given a combat tactics. rifle and ammunition and • The Trained Marksman: told which direction to shoot Most law enforcement units and that’s about it. Their and the like tend to have shooting is not accurate, marksmen as part of their they seldom deliberately tactical units that should be target specific individuals trained in precision shooting but they have high potential past 300 meters. The law to cause casualties far out enforcement sniper schools of proportion to their actual last from 5 to 10 days and skill level at close and are commercially available medium ranges. to those who qualify. These schools put an emphasis on precision shooting at 100 to Hopefully you can see from

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motionless and alert for hours, if not days at a time to get a shot, this is what sets the professional sniper apart from the trained marksman.

The Tools of the Trade The typical range for a military sniper attack is 300 to 600 meters with medium-caliber rifles, but depending on the environment, weapons available and the skill of the sniper undetected shots from 50 to 2400 meters plus are possible.

CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 Some of the main calibers for sniper rifles are: • .22: Even though this is a very small caliber .22 rifles make excellent close range sniper rifles, as they are small and easy to suppress.

Within 100 meters with quality ammunition they should be able to deliver lethal head shots.

• .308/7.62x51mm: This round has been around since the 1950’s and for many years was the standard round for NATO sniper rifles.

This round, with the right weapon and shooter, can hit individuals at 800 meters and deliver harassing fire at 1000 meters plus.

• 7.62X54mm: The Russian military first introduced the 7.62X54mm round in 1891 and it is still in use today with the Dragunov sniper rifle and the PKM machine gun. When fired from quality sniper rifles the round is accurate out to 800 meters plus, I say quality because there are many inferior copies of the Dragunov on the market.

• .338: The .338 Lapua has gained popularity as a sniper rifle cartridge and has been used extensively in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. In November 2009, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan British Army sniper, Corporal Craig Harrison, killed two Taliban

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M82 sniper rifle that has This is the current record been used extensively in for longest recorded sniper conflicts since then. These kill. The .338 fired from days they are quite a few military sniper rifles should manufacturers producing be consistently accurate at .50 sniper rifles for military, 1500 meters but as you can police, and commercial see from Corporal Harrison use. Sadly, many of these shooting, it can reach out weapons have found their farther in skilled hands and way into the hands of in the right conditions. international terrorists. The • 9X39mm: This is a Russian average effective range of round that is used in the a quality .50 sniper rifle is suppressed VSK-94 & VSS about 1800 meters.

Vintorez rifles which have • 20mm: There are several an effective range of 400 rifles on the market meters and has been in chambered in 20mm, the use by Russians and others American made Anzio since 1987. The 9X39 is a has a reported maximum heavy, subsonic round that effective range of 5000 has excellent penetration meters. There are several qualities against body armor. bullpup 20mm rifles such • 14.5mm: The 14.5×114mm as the South African Denel was developed in Russia NTW-20 and the Croatian during the cold war for RT-20 which would be a heavy machine guns and more maneuverable option anti-material rifles and is for sniper operations but at still used by many countries. approximately 19 kg (42 lbs) There are numerous rifles without ammunition they are chambered in this round not really stalking weapons. with the average effective These weapons are meant range of about 2000 meters. for targeting vehicles, • .50 Browning: The .50 equipment and buildings.

Browning round was first Vehicle mounted or in fixed developed as a heavy position these rifles could machine gun round in be used with devastating 1918 and today it’s still in effects as their ability to service internationally. In shoot through most common the Vietnam war USMC building materials would sniper Carlos Hathcock render ineffective most used a scoped M2 Browning cover from fire positions. machine gun to get a

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 There is a lot more to distance shoot that just having a scoped rifle and ammunition, you must ensure the rifle shoots straight to start with. I was chatting with a friend who had spent time in Syria with the Kurdish YPG and he mentioned how a lot of the sniper rifles the Kurds had were not accurate, which is common in such settings. I expect a lot of the weapons were old and had been banged around which is detrimental to a scoped rifle.

Scoped rifles need to be zeroed regularly to ensure the rounds are going where you want them.

If the optics are damaged or not properly fitted this can also lead to inaccuracy. The rifle’s barrel needs to be in good condition and taken care of; Romanian rifles used to have very low quality steel in their barrels, which lead to accuracy issues after minimal use. Ammunition needs to be of good quality, in many conflicts ammunition will come from various sources including the black market.

Different ammunition will perform differently from the same rifle and old or damaged ammunition just might not be able to fly straight at all.

The weapon’s sights are extremely important and the weapon needs to be zeroed to the shooter. If the shooters eyes are good with quality open sights they should be able to hit a man-sized target at ranges of 200 to 300 meters. For precision

and long distance shooting optics are a necessity and on the commercial market there are a vast array of scopes to fit all budgets. The quality of night sights have drastically improved over the last 20 years and they have become freely available on the commercial market.

Simple and low cost optics will not enhance the performance of the average $500.00 rifle into the accuracy class of true sniper weapon but these sights make the trained marksman a much more effective shooter at combat ranges out to 300 meters and beyond.

Many military sniper rifles are equipped with effective suppressors to either completely silence or greatly reduce the noise and muzzle blast of the weapon. Weapons such as the Russian VSK-94 & VSS Vintorez rifles have integrated suppressors on their barrels. Not only do suppressors reduce the noise of a weapon being fired, they also inhibit the task of trying to determine the location of a sniper. Suppressors can reduce the maximum effective range of a sniper rifle, but can be very effective when employed at less than 300 meters.

Suppressors are available on the civilian market and are easy to manufacture, the legalities of ownership vary from location to location.

Read Part 2 of this article in Issue 38

Orlando Wilson has worked in the security industry internationally for over 25 years. He has become accustomed to the types of complications that can occur, when dealing with international law enforcement agencies, organized criminal and Mafia groups. He is the chief consultant for Risks Inc. and based in Miami but spends much of his time traveling and providing a wide range of kidnapping prevention and tactical training services to private and government clients.

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Keeping Your Edge: Is Politics Driving a Wedge Between Protectors?

By: Elijah Shaw

2017 has been an interesting year for politics, particularly American politics. On these shores, we had an election for the history books, one which pitted the wife of a former President against a billionaire reality show host.

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 To say it was surreal is an understatement. In every barbershop, office cooler and pub, people were discussing the pros and cons of each candidate. However, for good or bad, 2017 also saw that discussion led not by cable TV or newspapers, but via social media.

Some experts call Social Media the great equalizer. Everyone can have an opinion and broadcast it live and in living color. From the articulate and cerebral to the passionate and brutally honest. If you feel a certain way, you can let people around the world know it. The Close Protection world is no different, we are an industry made up of men and women who put their pants on one leg at a time, same as anyone else. We have feelings and opinions and issues we hold close to heart.

–And there’s a need to express them.

However, in a super charged political climate, I’ve seen the discourse between Protectors become more and more heated. There used to be an age-old rule, never discuss politics and religion publically as it will always lead to disagreement. Well, these days that rule has been boxed and put on the shelf. I see members of our community paint whole religions with a broad brush, making disparaging comments or posting offensive “memes” all under the guise of expressing their opinions.

We are an industry made up of men and women who put their pants on one leg at a time, same as anyone else.

The same goes for politics.

Nowadays, it’s not enough to cast a vote in support of your politician of choice, you now have to go on at length about how members of the opposing party are everything from terrorist supporters to child molesters. Any articles or video clips that support your arguments are linked to and displayed on your social media page, and fact checking comes in a distant second to sensationalism.

All of this can be chalked up to human nature in the digital age, but should we as protectors hold ourselves to a different standard particularly because of the sensitive nature of the clients we serve? In a profession that has long considered itself to be impartial and “existing to serve” are we saying one thing and doing another? Can we really have so forceful an opinion on social media of this

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KEEPING YOUR EDGE member of a political party (or the party itself) and then think we can be called upon to do work with that client type (or client) at a future date?

I know as an agency owner, I’m paying close attention to what an agent is saying online and that’s weighing heavily into my decisions of what types of assignments to put him on, or if I’m going to use him at all. Make no doubt about it, words carry weight and when you put a thing on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or any of a host of other popular social media services, it’s tough to take those words back.

The political discord has gotten nastier on the national level, and that discord has had the trickle-down effect of making the interactions in the comments section between fellow protectors also get nasty. Whereas in the past, two Protectors with mutual respect for each other might agree to disagree, there are now many occasions where those disagreements come attached with words that we can’t repeat in a family publication.

So, can I expect two guys who just had a pissing contest all over Facebook to now work together on a detail? Will they really put their political differences aside, ones they

were so passionate about online and do what is right for the sake of the assignment (and the client)? Speaking of clients, if they find out that the VIP they are protecting is a strong supporter of the opposing political party, will that now affect the Protectors work performance? These questions should be a nonissue in the “textbook” world, but unfortunately in the reality of today they must be asked.

So, when you put up that inflammatory Facebook post about a politician, and your associates with even stronger political views, comment, just know that others are viewing it and making judgments on it about your ability as an effective close protection operative. Someone might have been about to pick up the phone and offer you a choice assignment but then had second thoughts based off of the things displayed on your page.

To some, talking politics is a must, and they will accept the consequences that come with their right to say what they believe in. However, I caution Protectors to be aware of the ramifications of their actions both as it relates to future employment/client engagement and team morale.

The news can be fake but our role as Protectors must be 100 percent authentic.

Elijah Shaw is the National Director of the North American Bodyguard Association and an international security consultant.

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Working with your dissertation supervisor

By: Dr Amy Burrell

A dissertation or research project is normally par for the course on degree programmes. In my experience, it is a source of anxiety for many students and I’m in no doubt that this one module can act as a barrier to undertaking a University degree course.

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WORKING WITH YOUR DISSERTATION SUPERVISOR However, what students don’t often realise is that you will be allocated a supervisor to support you with this work. To help you understand the crucial supervisorsupervisee relationship, this article summarises what supervision is in this context, and highlights some of the characteristics of a good supervisor, as well as what makes a good supervisee.

There are also tips for getting a dissertation going and managing your relationship with your supervisor.

Hopefully this will make the prospect of completing a research dissertation less daunting and/or help you improve your existing supervisorsupervisee relationship.

support you to complete your project. Typically, their role is to advise you on the project (e.g. research design, ethics, and comment on drafts). Note, they are not there to tell you what to do (although you might want to listen to their comments as these will be made with the aim to help you improve the project). Perhaps more importantly, they are not there to do the project for you (you’d be surprised how many students think this!).

Often your supervisor will only have a limited number of hours allocated to support your work (e.g. 10 hours) so you need to use the time wisely.

What makes a good supervisor?

When I asked my students this in a recent teaching session I was inundated with answers!

They were getting close to handing in their dissertations so were quite far down the supervisory journey and had a lot to say about it. Here’s a summary of their thoughts on this: • Friendly • Reliable • Trustworthy • Encouraging What is supervision?

There are so many answers to • Empathetic this question, it is hard to know • Approachable • Sensitivity – e.g. understand where to start. Supervision the contest in which the transcends lots of roles and supervisee is working and situations but, in the context whether there might be other of a University dissertation, your supervisor is the member factors that the supervisee may not be aware of of staff allocated to you to

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 • Communication is key – personally I would argue that being an “active” listener is one of the most important things I can do as a supervisor. For example, what is the student interested in? Have they got a workable idea for their project? For students, this extended to the more mundane (but equally important things) like answering emails quickly.

• Does not misuse power – i.e. operates a nonoppressive supervisory process • Able to give constructive criticism • Experienced but open to learning – e.g. from supervisees, from new situations What makes a good supervisee?

When in class, this question often surprises students.

There is often an emphasis on the supervisor “doing their job properly” and “providing support” but supervision is a two way relationship and we have expectations of you too.

This includes (in no particular order): • Able to set goals and stick to them – the ability to set your own goals and work diligently to meet these agreed objectives is a key expectation. For example, if you say you are going to complete your ethics form by X date, then do it.

• Good time keeping – if you organise a meeting with me, have the curtesy to turn up on time (or let me know if you are running late).

Sometimes students work on the basis that because they pay fees I work for them. Whilst I appreciate this perspective, I cannot emphasise enough that this is not true. I work to support all students, not just one. My time is not indefinite and students should not take it for granted that I am available to meet them on a whim.

• Good time keeping II – maybe this one should say patience. Basically if you want me to read a draft of something and comment on it, don’t send it to me the

I work to support all students, not just one. My time is not indefinite and students should not take it for granted that I am available to meet them on a whim.

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night before the deadline.

Give me time and space to read it properly. Not only does this mean I’m more likely to do it and perhaps provide more detailed feedback as I have more time, it also allows you time to act on that feedback.

• Respond to feedback – whilst we are on the topic of feedback, let’s talk about how important it is to make changes in response to feedback. I have lost count of the number of times I have spent hours reading a draft and providing detailed feedback on content, structure, writing style etc. only to find no changes are made in the final version. Ok, a student can choose whether to make changes or not (after all, it is their project) but it is hugely frustrating to feel you have wasted valuable time commenting on a draft (often when you were busy and could have been doing something else) only to find

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that changes are not made or (even worse) are limited to correcting typos and referencing errors.

• Take criticism – no-one likes to receive criticism but a supervisor would be neglecting their role if they didn’t highlight weaknesses in your work. This can be hard to stomach but remember that by thinking objectively about the feedback and making changes will only act to strengthen your work.

• Have the ability to identify their own strengths and developments – speaks for itself!

• Open and honest – e.g. communicating any issues they are experiencing.

You don’t have to tell me the details of your personal problems but knowing they exist helps.

• Takes initiative – I love it when a student comes in with a brand new idea rather than rehashes a study already done many times before. It is

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It is 10 times easier to motivate yourself to work on something you are interested in! much easier to get enthusiastic about your project if it is something new.

• Considers ways to overcome problems – if something is challenging and you turn up to your meeting with your supervisor with some ideas on how to fix the problem, this is ideal.

Top tips After a (very informal!) canvas of colleagues’ views, here are some of the tips they had for making the most of your dissertation project and managing your supervisorsupervisee relationship.

• Pick the right topic – choosing a dissertation topic can be daunting. However, in my experience, getting this right is half the battle with a dissertation project as it is 10 times easier to motivate yourself to work on something you are interested in! Don’t be afraid to think outside the box – you’ll get extra credit for being innovative and creative. “Hot Topics” can also be a good bet.

• Be realistic – the most

obvious example I can give here is topic selection. Is what you are suggesting likely to get ethical approval? Is it achievable in the timescales you have to complete the project? I think my favourite example of an undergraduate project which I did not allow a student to undertake was from a meeting which started with the immortal words “I want to interview serial killers...”

• Don’t let it slide – dissertation deadlines fall at the end of the academic year and, despite early warnings that these deadlines will come around quickly, many students still have a mad panic close to the deadline trying to get everything finished.

• Time management – related to the above but perhaps with some more practical pointers.

Picture the scene, close to a deadline, a student has a crisis. They email their supervisor at 11pm on a Sunday evening when your deadline is Monday 4pm. Do you really expect an

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WORKING WITH YOUR DISSERTATION SUPERVISOR answer?!! Perhaps surprising, this happens all the time just a few weeks ago I got a phone call at 9:30am asking why I had not responded to an email which had been sent in the early hours of that morning…

• Be realistic II – Supervisors will typically aim to respond as quickly as they can.

However, you need to be realistic about timescales for this. Especially over the summer. Especially when you are waiting for feedback.

Remember it is unlikely your supervisor is only supervising you. Therefore, when you are thinking they only need to read you 5000 word draft, they might actually need to read 10 or 15 5000 word drafts (plus anything else they are working on).

• Don’t wait until you are having a crisis before asking for support.

• Be prepared – if you arrange a meeting with your supervisor, make sure you go prepared. You would be surprised how many supervisees I have who ask for a meeting but come with no agenda (and sometimes

even no pen!)

• Make notes – remember to keep a record of meetings, e.g. what was discussed, what your actions are, what your supervisors actions are.

A dissertation is a long term project and it is likely you will forget the specifics agreed in early meetings if you don’t have a record of what was discussed.

• Act on feedback provided – don’t just read it, act on it.

• Keep in touch – provide your supervisor with regular updates (even if there is little to report). This gives them an oversight of your progress. Also, reply to your supervisor when they email you!

Conclusion A good supervisor – supervisee relationship can help ensure your dissertation journey is a positive one so it is important to work to ensure that you build and maintain a strong working relationship. Your supervisor is there to support you – just remember their role is to guide and support you, not to do your project for you.

Amy holds a BSc in Applied Psychology, an MSc in Forensic Behavioural Science, and a PhD in Forensic Psychology. Amy is a Lecturer in Forensic Psychology at Coventry University and can be contacted on ac4705@ coventry.ac.uk She was previously the Training Manager for Perpetuity Training who specialise in security training (see www.perpetuitytraining. com) and is also involved in the Crime Linkage International NetworK (C-LINK) (see www.crimelinkage.org)

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Protective surveillance

By: Mark Deane

The nuances of personal protection and the specialist options available to High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI’s), VIPs and Celebrities are never ‘one size fits all’.

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Hostiles normally use some form of pre-attack surveillance – whether rudimentary or professional.

With each client, the situation and threat level will vary, as will their requirements and appetite. When it comes to security there are a myriad of options available, often (and hopefully) with multiple, complementary components working together in harmony.

One weapon in the personal protection armory is Protective Surveillance. This article attempts to provide a comprehensive overview of a service that has multiple benefits, quite a few limitations and several misrepresentations.

What is Protective Surveillance?

Protective surveillance is the creation of a covert security team around an individual or group, forming a protective bubble around the client

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in a covert manner. The Protective Surveillance Team (PST) watches those that may be watching the client.

The primary role of a PST is working to control spaces and areas that would be used by hostile surveillance and potential imminent threats.

Their objective is to proactively identify hostiles and threats (achieved through counter surveillance, behavioral analysis and risk assessment). The other role of a PST (that runs concurrently) is to be able to react as a Quick Reaction Force (QRF), if required in extremis.

Why Utilize Protective Surveillance?

Hostiles normally use some form of pre-attack surveillance – whether rudimentary or professional. This may be short-term surveillance e.g. perpetrated by an individual opportunistic criminal looking for the best time to strike, or a high-level, multi-person surveillance team on a high value target for hostile intent e.g. kidnap or murder. The PST will also be set-back from the

CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 Close Protection Team (CPT) and will likely have more of an over-arching perspective, able to dynamically risk assess without being caught ’in the weeds’.

Why Do Hostile Gangs/ Terrorists Undertake Surveillance?

Hostile individuals or groups need to gather intelligence on their target. To increase the chances of a successful attack it is useful to know the comings and goings of a target, their habits and routines. What security they have, its strengths and weaknesses. What are the opportunities and threats? A hostile surveillance team will be trying to answer all these things and more. It is with this information that they can formulate a plan to attack their target more effectively and with a greater chance of success.

One example of hostiles undertaking pre-attack surveillance is the kidnap of Anneli-Marie in Germany, 2015. The kidnappers told police after being caught that they followed her for weeks, gaining information.

Eventually, when the time was right they struck. Anneli-Marie was walking the family dog around the estate near her house when they attacked, dragged her into the car trunk and zip tied her. This incident

unfortunately ended badly after the kidnappers panicked when they thought she saw their faces. They killed her, and still tried to obtain the ransom.

Protective Surveillance Teams – A pro-active resource Identifying threats early is vital to ensure time to react.

If one has time to react then the chances of a favorable outcome are increased dramatically. Any aggressive force normally has the advantage of surprise. The attack occurs on their terms.

Very few aggressors will attack if they don’t feel they have the upper hand, they do so at a time of their choosing, and probably after extensive planning and preparation.

The assassination of Denis N. Voronenkov in March 2017, a former Russian lawmaker who was killed in Kiev in a widely publicized killing, identifies what happens when security does not have time to react.

Denis Voronenkov, who’d been a Communist member of Russia’s lower legislative house before he left, was fatally shot outside a hotel in broad daylight. The assassin walked up behind the target and his personal security, then shot Voronenkov, after which a gun fight ensued and both Assassin and security were shot, and the VIP left dead.

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Protective Surveillance is NOT Close Protection A normal CPT will have a multitude of tasks and duties to perform that require their undiluted attention. Their focus must when moving with the client, be on the there and now, able to react at a seconds notice to the immediate threat.

They provide the necessary ‘close’ protection.

hostile surveillance detection on high-level adversaries can only be undertaken as an entirely covert separate entity. To have complete separation to the CPT and be no way linked over time or by proxy minimizes the chance of being compromised – this is key to successful Counter Surveillance.

What is the Difference Between Counter Surveillance and Protective Surveillance Counter Surveillance is when a third party is utilized to identify whether an individual or group is the target/subject of surveillance. A dedicated Although a CPT will likely carry counter surveillance team utilizes multiple methods out anti-surveillance (insert link to old ETS anti surveillance both physical and technical to determine covertly whether article), taking actions to someone is under surveillance. determine whether they This terminology is often may be under surveillance, misused within the industry a CPT cannot be protective surveillance, and a CPT cannot causing extensive confusion.

A protective surveillance team carry out counter surveillance carries out counter surveillance (insert link to old ETS counter surveillance article?) . It is the as one of its main roles but also has an underlying author’s opinion that effective

Their focus must when moving with the client, be on the there and now, able to react at a seconds notice to the immediate threat.

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Why does the CPT not just carry out Anti-Surveillance?

Accurately and efficiently identifying surveillance comes down to a large number of variable factors, the core ones being; skill of the surveillance team and the skill of the anti/ counter surveillance operators.

It is very easy to look, but actually quite hard to see.

Meaning: Many so-called surveillance ‘experts’ know the theory, but few have

quality experience e.g. counter terrorism, counter espionage and/or extensive commercial experience.

Many close protection officers and self-titled surveillance experts have only done, at most a week or two of surveillance training. The majority, have never been operational against surveillance aware targets. In most cases this is just not enough to have a comprehensive ability to identify organized surveillance teams. A trained surveillance team should be able to identify anti-surveillance being carried out by a CPT, and avoid it.

Likewise, poorly implemented counter surveillance is easily identifiable. This is compounded even further if the people carrying out the anti or counter

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PROTECTIVE SURVEILLANCE working constantly to covertly identify hostile surveillance, and any other potential threats to the principal. By conducting Counter-Surveillance there is an increased chance of identifying How Can Hostiles Identify hostiles in attack-planning and Avoid Good Counter stages, or identifying pre-attack Surveillance? indicators of hostiles. If such If done correctly, effective hostiles are identified there are counter-surveillance is extremely hard to identify, and normally (but not limited to) three follow up options: nearly impossible to avoid.

• Inform the close protection If a professional counterteam of a potential threat surveillance team carries out so that the Team Leader can the role, the hostile surveillance make an informed decision team will never know they e.g. the removal of the client have been identified. This to a safe environment, but is what the PST does, they without highlighting that a undertake counter-surveillance threat has been identified. in a dynamic role, but ready to function in other roles including • Aim to follow the hostile surveillance team to gather as a QRF. intelligence on them (conduct surveillance on that Protective Surveillance is hostile surveillance team – NOT Low-Profile Protection sometimes incorrectly referred Low-profile protection is not to as Counter-surveillance), to be confused with Protective obtain intelligence, positive Surveillance, low profile is identifications etc. so that not covert, low profile is not the necessary authorities can counter-surveillance. There are deal with and extinguish the multiple uses and reasons for threat. the application of low profile • If the threat is perceived security, but the key objective as being imminent the PST of this article is the description can, either disrupt, defend, of Protective Surveillance. pre-emptively attack, or A PST, to be effective, must supplement. remain covert and separate from the close protection detail.

When Should Protective Surveillance Be Utilized?

What Are the Objectives of Protective surveillance is best a Protective Surveillance suited to individuals, families, Team or groups at high risk of The PST’s main objective is kidnap or attack. It is, due to remain covert at all times, surveillance do not know what they are looking for and when – leading to a false sense of security.

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 to the covert requirements, a resource intensive role. To source experienced operators and have them working in a protective surveillance role requires significant investment. Sometimes, a blend of close protection, low profile protection and hostile surveillance detection may be commensurate with risk, or better suited to budget.

Protective Surveillance for High-Risk For a high-risk client, it is imperative a security team is pro-active and not reactive.

Too many times history has shown that systems are put into operation too late. When it comes to high-risk clients, protective surveillance must only be used in conjunction with a close protection team.

The two teams though separate, are symbiotic. They work hand in hand towards the shared goal of keeping the client safe and secure. A PST on its own would likely be able to identify certain threats at an early stage and act accordingly.

However, they would rarely be close enough to protect the client from an impromptu attack, or act as a last line of defense. They are also not an overt presence that acts as a visual deterrent to potential threats. This is why the two teams work perfectly together, each with a different scope of work, yet entirely interlinked.

Let us look at a real life scenario, highlighting where protective surveillance could have fitted perfectly in conjunction with close protection to help engineer a very different outcome.

Protective Surveillance – Case Study - I believe there is an old circuit article with this case study – we could link this as some of this is taken from that I think*.

A Colombian former interior minister Fernando Londono in Bogota was attacked during a vehicle convoy. His two car convoy were held at a set of lights (one free lane to its left, two free lanes to its right) A bus then joined the left lane followed by cars to the left and right. Then a man crosses the street approximately 20 meters behind the cars carrying a large object. He circles around the bus and approaches Fernando Londono’s car attaching a limpet mine to the left front side. Within 30 seconds the mine explodes leaving two dead and 48 injured. Fernando Londono was very fortunate to survive; his level 5-armored car played a significant part in this.

Some of his security detail were not so lucky. Add link here* It seems highly likely that the attackers in this instance would have had to have put Londono under prior surveillance to establish his routes, what car

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he traveled in, what security he had with him, did he have a pattern of life? Where best to carry out the attack and how to escape (the attacker ran down an alley to a waiting motorcycle).

to allow time to react.

To further delve into this case study, Londono survived and was removed from the vehicle (via the trunk) injured and dazed within 30 seconds. His surviving close protection A multitude of questions would officers did a great job of extracting him through the need to have been answered crowd. What if there had to carry out such an attack. been a second wave attack Protective surveillance would though? Let us imagine that the have most likely identified attackers had mounted a small hostile observations and arms assault post explosion. highlighted the imminent attack planning. Further, a PST There is a good chance the surviving officers would have follows the client at distance been overpowered due to to observe the surroundings.

There is a good chance that the their trauma and the focus on team would have spotted a car removing the principal. A PST also acts as a Quick Reaction following the client and more so an individual carrying a large Force (QRF) and would have been able to move in and suspicious object purposefully work to protect the immediate walking towards the clients vicinity, and help counter any vehicle. As mentioned earlier identifying threats early is vital secondary or tertiary attack.

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Protective Surveillance can be used without the client knowing they are being protected.

Thus, a PST can provide the necessary cover and support so the CPOs could withdraw to the protective surveillances vehicles and extract the client. This is obviously in an ideal world, and hindsight is a wonderful thing, but the principal is valid.

A QRF does exactly as its namesake; it is a force (in this case a PST) able to react quickly in case of emergency.

The covert nature of the team would be disregarded at times of extremis to act as a suitable support team. Whether this be as an assault team, a medical support team, or an extraction team. The fact that they would be covert right to the last moment provides an extra level of surprise and advantage to the protection detail.

A Focused Tool Protective surveillance is a specific and focused tool in the provision of security to an individual or group. In the case of High Risk protection it is ideally suited to work hand in hand with a close protection team. Their symbiosis allows for a greater level of protection to be in place and most importantly allows TIME

TO REACT. For a PST to be effective it requires operators skilled and experienced in surveillance and countersurveillance, as well as preferably Close Quarter Battle (CQB) and dynamic Hostage Rescue. Able to remain covert at all times whilst being in the right place at the right time to identify threats, and then react accordingly. This is why ex-Special Forces (UKSF and Tier1 US SF) with the correct experience, and Government level operators are perfectly suited to PSTs. Covert protection – Unknown to the Protectee/s Protective Surveillance can be used without the client knowing they are being protected.

This is often used in cases of children that may be at risk from abduction or kidnap but do not know the risk for whatever the reason, or the guardians require a greater degree of peace of mind. High net worth individuals and celebrities for example, may have close protection teams but their children do not, and have no appetite to do so. Yet the risk still exists. Kidnaps and abduction are a significant risk

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PROTECTIVE SURVEILLANCE for these individuals as was identified in the Anneli-Marie case in Germany.

There are multiple limitations to this form of protection. As discussed prior, there would be no ‘bodyguard’ or person/s close to the protectee at all times. Although not providing the level of protection that a CPT does, a PST can mold to this requirement of covert protection, allowing a parent to have peace of mind that their children are being observed, and overseen by a security team.

Point to Note: With reference children, a PST can be supplemented by a Close Personal Protection Officer Male or Female that operates in a Nanny, or Child Minder role (overtly responsible for safety and welfare of the child) but covertly they are trained CPOs, medics and in constant covert communication with the PST. Protective Surveillance – Client Not Wanting Overt Security and Willing To Accept The Limitations Whilst protection may be required, overt bodyguards or

close protection teams may not suit the client. Certain clientele desire covert protection, not wanting the attention gained from having an overt team in close vicinity at all times, yet wanting the confidence that someone is watching over them, and working to protect them. Just like earlier there are multiple limitations to this form of ‘protection’ as no person is close to the client at all times. But, if done well a PST can adapt and constantly work to control the areas around the client, be in the best position possible, at the right times, under cover. This method is often expensive, more suited to short term, setitineraries, but can be achieved.

Please Note: Often the best compromise for clients wanting Covert Protection is for a CPO to be next to the client under the cover of another role, be that a Personal/Executive Assistant , a colleague, or friend. They are in constant communication with the PST. Other times with set itineraries, locations and meetings a trained team can pre-deploy and control locations, venues and routes accordingly.

This article was written by Mark Deane of ETS Risk Management Inc. Mark is a risk management specialist whose experience stems from his previous career as a Covert Operational Officer with the British Government. Since leaving HMG he has developed ETS Risk Management into one of the leading security companies for individuals, organizations and corporates requiring a range of boutique protective services including protective surveillance.

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CHURCH SECURITY: THE NEW FRONTIER PT. III By: DR. ANDREW P SURACE

More now than ever, church security is an issue that must be addressed in our modern society. Most recently in Nashville, Tennessee, seven people were shot, including one killed by a person who simply walked in the church, down the center isle, shooting.

Thankfully a vigilant usher wrestled him to the ground and held a gun on him till the authorities arrived. The most important takeaway is that when it comes to church security it is not about cleaning up but prevention.

Much of the information in this article is geared more for smaller churches, perhaps fewer than 500, which do

not have paid professional protectors and or safety teams with large budgets for protection. Keep in mind that in this litigious society we live in, churches are still held accountable to basic standards of safety held by other secular venues of similar sizes and occupancies.

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The first thing necessary in all church safety is having people know that if you see something say something to the proper authorities.

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CIRCUIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 37 crime committed while churches are in session are domestic violence type crimes; often times angry husbands or mates coming to settle matters in a place where they know they will find their significant other.

Thankfully, church shootings in America are still relatively rare, although on the rise.

This issue, I want to deal with five things any church can do to make their church a safer place. Much of the information mentioned, does not have to do with security but safety. While security is certainly an integral part of safety, it is still just one part of maintaining a safe environment.

HAVE A WELL STOCKED FIRST AID KIT One of the most common problems to occur in a church service is not criminal activity but medical issues among those in attendance. Having a well-equipped first aid kit is a very good start to church safety. Keeping a person stable from the 911 calls, to the arrival of the ambulance depends on it. Going along

with this, is knowing who your Doctors, nurses and EMT’s are in attendance.

Some churches go as far as having special seating for medical personnel so they can easily find them in case of an emergency. Have your medical team decide what goes in the first aid kit, as they know best what they might need to keep a patient static till the ambulance arrives.

HAVE A DESIGNATED ROOM FOR MEDICAL AND SECURITY ISSUES Having a room designated for medical or security issues is always a good idea if possible. Aside from just a place to deal with medical and security related emergencies discreetly, this room can serve as a place for teams to meet before or after service to discuss the day’s events, keep or pick up gear needed for the day as well as a safe place to store personal belongings.

This room could also serve as a command center in case of an emergency where police and or other authorities could meet with proper church officials to bring closure to

If you have layered security, again it is vital to be able to communicate between layers without leaving your post.

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CHURCH SECURITY whatever issues necessary.

Again, this room would give privacy to both those brought there as well as limit distractions in the sanctuary or other areas where people may be congregated. It would probably be wise to have a camera in this room for accuracy of testimonies and handling of people in case a situation ends up in court.

HAVE A PLAN FOR FIRE While large churches have much built in fire protection such as monitors, alarms, cameras, pump stations, etc., the average church is lucky to have a few fire extinguishers.

Here are a few thoughts that will help improve the basic fire

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protection for the one room church house to the small church complex.

Have your local fire department do a building survey to point out things that may cause fires or help them spread faster. Most Fire departments are happy to do these free surveys but keep in mind they may find issues that they want fixed and if so will hold the church accountable to do so.

The first thing necessary in all church safety is having people know that if you see something say something to the proper authorities. Fire extinguishers strategically

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Needless to say, having your team pray before each service for God’s wisdom and protection over themselves and the church will always bring great fruit! placed (1 for about every 250 ft. of building), working emergency lights, lighted exit signs, panic bars on all exit doors, as well as fire rated doors where called for by code are all basic necessary components to a good fire safety plan.

PROTECTING THE MONEY Most people who sit in your church come for spiritual reasons, however, a minute few come to see how you handle your money. The way a church handles the money determines how comfortable people will feel to give and how comfortable someone may feel to take. Personally, I don’t like offering plates as they allow people to see what is given in the offering.

Whether it’s a poor widow dropping in some change or

a wealthy person dropping in a roll of hundreds, people prefer not to have their giving habits known. For that reason I prefer deep offering baskets or bags.

It is best to have ushers receive the offering in a direction that moves toward the place the offering will be kept. If the offering will be kept in a room in the front of the church have the ushers start in the back and move toward the front. The less time you walk around with full receptacles full of money the better.

After the offering is received, always have two or more people bring the money to its final resting place. At this time the offering should be put in a secure place where people do not have access to

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CHURCH SECURITY it until it is counted by two or more un-related counters. Be careful not to just protect the money, but the reputations of those handling it. Accusations even if proven false, can ruin a person’s reputation and that is worth much more than money. Bottom line, protecting people is just as important as protecting money.

COMMUNICATION AND IDENTIFICATION Like most everything we have talked about in this article, these last two items will greatly benefit your churches security without costing it a lot of money. In times of danger or possible violence, the ability to communicate with other members of your team is critical. Look into buying two-way radio systems for your ushers and or security team so you will be able to direct the team quickly and efficiently to the right place in times of crisis. Seconds wasted in an emergency could mean more damage or possibly even lives. If you have layered security, again it is vital to be able to communicate between layers without leaving your post.

Another foundational part of your safety team is the ability for them to be easily identified when necessary.

I suggest using only first name on the lanyard along with picture. If Authorities request further identification, all team members should carry another more thorough form of ID such as a driver’s license. Also, keep in mind, in case of a scuffle a lanyard should be quickly removed as it could easily be used to choke the person wearing it.

In closing, you can see that much of church safety contains a good dose of common sense and major doses of prevention. While law enforcement is for the most part responsive, church safety and security is very proactive. Always keep in mind when confronting someone the idea of having witnesses whenever possible as well as video back up which could be greatly useful if a situation ends up in court. Needless to say, having your team pray before each service for God’s wisdom and protection over themselves and the church will always bring great fruit!

Dr. Surace is a seasoned Pastor with over 35 years of ministry. He is a trained EMT and executive protection specialist. He along with co-Author Eric Konohia are authors of a book on the subject of church security entitled “Securing the Sacred”. It is available on Amazon as well as bookstores around the world.

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