Coordination of security operations and large-scale event planning.
The aim of this course is to train selected members of the police service to advise on, plan and coordinate the security elements of large-scale or significant policing operations and events.
At the end of this training, delegates will be occupationally competent to perform the role of a counter-terrorism security coordinator (CT SecCo).
A CT SecCo is responsible for the development of a security plan with a view to minimising, managing and mitigating risk in respect of a policed event or operation in support of a gold commander’s strategy.
The largest element of the role takes place prior to an event and involves the preparation and approval of the security plan.
During the event, the CT SecCo must monitor and quality assure the effectiveness of the plan and give advice and guidance as necessary. Finally, post-event there is a responsibility to contribute to any lessons learned activities.
| Prerequisites |
None, although knowledge of own force organisation and resources is an advantage. |
|---|---|
| Duration |
10 days |
| Accreditation |
Yes
|
| Course contact |
Police National Search Centre, College of Policing
|
Format and assessment
The course is a mixture of instructor-led sessions, guest subject matter expert inputs and practical exercises completed through both group and individual assignments.
Delegates are assessed throughout the course and have to pass an exam to be accredited.
On successful completion of the course, delegates are required to demonstrate operational competence through the successful coordination of an event in force and the submission of a portfolio of work.
Course content
- Role of the CT SecCO.
- CT SecCO planning framework.
- Understanding terrorist threats and threat assessments.
- Hostile vehicle mitigation.
- Role of the police search adviser (PolSA).
- Firearms and public order.
- Terrorist attack mitigation techniques.
- Protective security in crowded places.
- Suicide terrorism.
- Personal protection officers.
- Fixated persons.
- Aviation security.
- Police/military liaison.
- Security plan preparation.
- Case studies.
About the Police National Search Centre
Our Police National Search Centre (PNSC) is the sole authorised provider of police counter terrorism search, missing persons search and security coordination training for the UK police service. It offers four core courses but can tailor bespoke training for UK or international clients.
The PNSC is a joint police and military unit. Authorised by the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC), it is the sole provider of training in counter terrorism, crime and missing person search techniques to the UK police service.
With more than 30 years' experience and a unique blend of military and police trainers utilising the expertise of the Royal Engineers and the UK police service, the unit is internationally recognised as the world leader in the development and training of counter terrorism systematic search techniques.
The PNSC delivers a range of specialist courses in search and security. After training, students will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct efficient and effective searches in order to:
- obtain evidence for prosecutions
- gain intelligence
- assist in countering terrorism
- tackle criminality, by depriving criminals of their resources and opportunities
- locate vulnerable missing people
- protect potential targets and key events
Training is delivered using a number of techniques. These include an e-learning modular package for standard search techniques and instructor-led learning coupled with practical and assessed exercises.
Outcomes
Trained search assets have:
- motivation
- high levels of professionalism
- the ability to plan with confidence
- flexibility to respond to changing circumstances
- evidential and forensic awareness
- increased self-assurance
The benefits of trained search assets are:
- consistency of the training and the trained
- higher percentage find rate
- preparation of court-ready documentation
- increased public reassurance
- increased cost-effectiveness
- increased deterrence to terrorists and criminals