SIA Counter-Terrorism 6

Question 1

What is the Channel programme in relation to the UK's counter-terrorism Prevent strategy?

Accepted Answer

A multi-agency safeguarding programme that provides support to individuals identified as vulnerable to being drawn into terrorism

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A TV channel dedicated to counter-terrorism awareness

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A secure communications channel used by MI5 agents

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A programme to monitor internet chat channels for extremist content

Question 2

When implementing search procedures at a venue, which of the following is the correct approach for door supervisors?

Accepted Answer

Consent-based searches as a condition of entry, conducted professionally and with respect for dignity, following venue policy

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Full body searches of all customers as they enter

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Random stop-and-search using police powers delegated to the venue

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Only searching customers who appear to be from certain ethnic backgrounds

Question 3

What is the Martyn's Law (Protect Duty) and why was it introduced?

Accepted Answer

Legislation requiring venues and public spaces to have counter-terrorism preparedness plans, named after Martyn Hett who was killed in the Manchester Arena bombing

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A law requiring all venues to install metal detectors, named after a police officer

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A law making it illegal to photograph security measures, named after a terrorism victim

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A regulation requiring door supervisors to have counter-terrorism qualifications, named after a security trainer

Question 4

During a crowded event, a door supervisor spots someone wearing an unusually bulky jacket on a warm evening who appears nervous and is sweating profusely. What is the appropriate initial response?

Accepted Answer

Observe from a safe distance, note details, discreetly alert management and consider contacting police, do not approach or challenge

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Physically restrain the person immediately and call the police

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Shout a warning to evacuate the venue

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Ask the person to remove their jacket for inspection

Question 5

What role do door supervisors play in the 'protective security' of crowded places?

Accepted Answer

They act as the 'eyes and ears' on the ground, providing vigilance, deterrence, access control, and early warning of suspicious activity

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They are the primary armed response to terrorist incidents

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They are solely responsible for carrying out venue evacuations without police assistance

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They have no counter-terrorism role; this is exclusively for the police

Question 6

Which of the following correctly describes the 'four Ds' approach to deterring hostile reconnaissance?

Accepted Answer

Detect, Deter, Deny access, Delay the attacker

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Detect, Deny, Direct, Destroy

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Discuss, Document, Detain, Deliver

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Defend, Distract, Disarm, Defeat