SIA Counter-Terrorism 5

Question 1

Under the Terrorism Act 2000, what power do police officers have that door supervisors do NOT have in relation to suspected terrorists?

Accepted Answer

The power to stop and search a person suspected of being a terrorist under Section 43

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The power to ask someone their name

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The power to refuse entry to a venue

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The power to call for backup

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'lockdown' procedure in a venue during a terrorist attack?

Accepted Answer

To secure the venue by locking doors and windows and keeping people inside and away from danger when evacuation would increase risk

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To lock the cash registers and safes

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To lock out all customers and only allow staff to remain

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To shut down the PA system and lighting to confuse attackers

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) measure?

Accepted Answer

Reinforced bollards or planters positioned to prevent vehicle access to pedestrian areas near the venue

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Speed cameras on nearby roads

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CCTV cameras pointing at the car park

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A 20mph speed limit zone around the venue

Question 4

A venue receives an anonymous email threatening an attack during a sold-out event next Saturday. What is the first action the venue manager should take?

Accepted Answer

Preserve the email without forwarding or deleting, and immediately contact police on 999

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Delete the email and increase security on the night

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Forward the email to all staff so they are aware

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Cancel the event and refund all tickets

Question 5

What does the 'See It, Say It, Sorted' campaign encourage?

Accepted Answer

Members of the public and transport staff to report anything suspicious to security or police

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Customers to sort their own recycling at events

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Security staff to sort through bags at entry points

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Venue managers to organise their emergency plans

Question 6

In terms of the CONTEST strategy, which pillar focuses on stopping people from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism?

Accepted Answer

Prevent

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Pursue

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Protect

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Prepare