Venue Security Guidance for Ingress and Egress

The provided source is guidance from the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) focused on the mitigation of terrorist threats at crowded venues specifically during the phases of ingress and egress. This document is aimed at venue operators, security professionals, and event managers for any location where crowds might form, such as stadiums and festivals. It addresses the vulnerabilities created by crowd congregation and outlines a scalable approach to security, including design considerations, operational procedures, and staff training. The guidance details various threat types, such as Marauding Terror Attacks (MTA) and Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW), and emphasizes the importance of managing "Grey Space" or Zone Ex, which are areas outside the venue’s direct control. Ultimately, the text stresses the need for comprehensive security planning, testing, and multi-agency cooperation to ensure visitor safety. For the digital platform visit https://safetydocs.org