Overview

Thinking about terrorism and how it could impact your organisation and the people you work with can feel unsettling. Luckily, the majority of security threats that organisations face are hoaxes. But even hoaxes can cause disruption and reveal vulnerabilities in your organisation that could encourage potential attackers. And if a threat leads to a terrorist incident, it’s essential that you and your organisation know how to proceed.

Understanding how clear procedures and plans can protect your organisation in the unlikely event of a terrorist threat or incident is the 1st step towards keeping people safe. This course will show you what you should be considering, along with how to assess the credibility of the threat, and how to respond, so your employees are as well protected as possible.

Outline Learning Objectives:

• Understand the importance of clear procedures and plans to keep you and others safe
• Identify and assess the seriousness of a range of potential security risks
• Recognise how to respond effectively to terrorism threats to maximise your chances of keeping your employees safe

Why take this course?

Employers have a duty of care towards their employees. That means preparing and planning for emergency situations of all kinds, including terrorist incidents. This course will help employers to understand the importance of planning in deterring and responding to terrorism threats. It’ll also help you assess the severity of a threat and act accordingly, to protect your organisation and the people you work with.