SIA Door Terrorism Awareness (UK) 2

Question 1

Under the Terrorism Act 2000, what is the offence of 'collecting information'?

Accepted Answer

Collecting information likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism

Answer

Section 58 of the Terrorism Act 2000 makes it an offence to collect or possess information that could be useful to a terrorist, including material on potential targets or attack methods.

Question 2

What is 'Martyn's Law' (Protect Duty) and what will it require of venues?

Accepted Answer

Legislation requiring venues and public spaces to have security and evacuation plans to protect against terrorist attacks

Answer

Martyn's Law (the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act) will require venue operators to take steps to protect the public from terrorist attacks, including training staff in Action Counters Terrorism.

Question 3

What signs might suggest a person is conducting hostile reconnaissance of a venue?

Accepted Answer

Repeatedly visiting at different times, photographing entrances and questioning staff about security

Answer

Indicators of hostile reconnaissance include unusual repeated visits at different times, photographing security measures, counting entry staff or asking detailed questions about security arrangements.

Question 4

What type of attack involves a vehicle deliberately driven into a crowd?

Accepted Answer

Vehicle as a weapon (VAW) attack

Answer

Vehicle as a weapon (VAW) attacks involve driving a vehicle into crowded spaces; door supervisors should ensure vehicle access to pedestrian areas is controlled where possible.

Question 5

What is 'crowded place' security and why is it relevant to door supervisors?

Accepted Answer

Security measures designed to protect areas with high footfall from terrorist attack, directly relevant to venues with large audiences

Answer

Licensed venues with large audiences are classified as crowded places and are recognised terrorist targets; door supervisors play a key role in access control, surveillance and emergency response.

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SIA Door Terrorism Awareness (UK) 2