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Regardless of their size, events need strong levels of security. However, it should be recognised that festivals and large events, with hundreds or thousands of attendees, come with a large range of security and safety challenges all of their own. These large events can have unique circumstances, so they require not only the right security […] The post Security guide for festivals and large events appeared first on...

Regardless of their size, events need strong levels of security. However, it should be recognised that festivals and large events, with hundreds or thousands of attendees, come with a large range of security and safety challenges all of their own.

These large events can have unique circumstances, so they require not only the right security measures to be put in place, but also a great deal of planning so that there’s something in place in the event of challenges or emergencies cropping up.

At Maltaward, we have provided a range of security features for large events including concrete barriers and fencing.

Here we take a look at some of the major security issues at festival and large events, as well as factors that can exacerbate the situation. We’ll also examine what organisers and planners need to do to keep the festival as safe and secure as possible.

What are the security threats at events?

There are actually many potential issues at events that need to be planned for. At large festivals with potentially thousands of people at the same site, there is greater chance that challenges will arise and things will go wrong.

• Public disorder – any time that you have a very large number of people gathered together, there is the potential for various kinds of public disorder. Some of the public disorder issues commonly seen include fights breaking out, groups causing trouble, or crimes against festival-goers such as theft or sexual assault. There is a very wide range of possibilities that need to be prepared for.
• Emergencies – another security issue that can arise at a festival is any kind of emergency. This could range from fires and medical emergencies, to even the possibility of terrorist threats. These emergencies have the potential to be exacerbated by the large number of people in attendance.
• Overcrowding and crushes – if crowd management is not in effect and proper precautions are not taken, the number of people in a certain area can be too large. This can result in crushes where individuals can be squeezed together too tightly, or even trampled.
• Unauthorised access – there are actually many issues that can arise from unauthorised access – not just the problem of people getting in to the event without a ticket, but also visitors getting near performers or accessing staff-only areas. These all come with their own potential problems and challenges.

Issues with liability

Remember that it is not just the problems outlined above that can cause issues for your event if you do not put appropriate security measures in place. Those are direct problems, but there are more indirect issues that should also be addressed. Failing to have appropriate security measures can invalidate your insurance policies and could allow your event to be held liable for any damages that occur.

What are the challenges for security at festivals?

There are many potential factors that can be a real challenge from a festival or event security perspective. These factors are not issues to overcome, as such, but can add to the difficulties that you can face in keeping everyone safe and secure.

• Alcohol and drugs – alcohol and drug misuse can serve as a catalyst for challenges at festivals. These types of events are often accompanied with drinking, which can only serve to make situations more volatile. And while you should have a strict no-tolerance approach on drugs, it is important to recognise that this will not stop people intent on using them.
• Weather – it is underappreciated as an issue, but the weather can play a major role in causing security and safety issues at events. In extremely hot weather there is the risk of heat stroke or dehydration, while in heavy rain there can be a rush for space under shelters which can be a cause for crushes.

Planning for a safe and secure festival

It is extremely important to put the right plans and strategies in place to keep your festival secure and safe. Preparation is the key.

• Formulate a plan – you need to have a general safety and security plan in place as one of the most important aspects of your festival or large event. The plan should take into account everything from the number of people you are expecting, the length of the event, the demographic of the audience and more. It should also plan for all the necessary safety and security equipment. Make sure that you put together a prohibited item list.
• Put emergency plans in place – as well as a general plan for security, you also need to have an emergency plan. This needs to cover the eventualities that nobody wants, but everybody needs to be prepared for, such as fire or medical emergencies.
• Coordinate with local authorities – it is important to speak to, and coordinate with, the relevant local authorities, including the police and fire department.

Important physical security features your festival needs

Physical security measures clearly play a vital role in the safety and security of everyone at an event. At smaller events you might be fine with a couple of security staff on the door, but at a festival that is going to be attended by hundreds or thousands of people, it is necessary to have a full complement of security measures in place.

• Well-trained staff – your staff are your major line of defence with regards to security – and not just specific security staff, but everyone involved. You need to ensure that your staff are fully trained and understand what to do in the event of any kind of security incident. All members of staff should be provided with comprehensive training so that they know what is expected of them, as well as what they need to do in an emergency.
• Barriers and fencing – barriers and fencing play an enormously important role at large-scale events. They are ideal for managing crowds and ensuring that too many people aren’t funnelled into the same place. They can also be vital in keeping apart performers and attendees, and separating areas that are only for staff
• Screening on entry – you should ensure that all visitors are screened on entry. This can be one of the most important areas of event security, as it minimises the risk of banned items potentially including weapons, drugs, and more, from getting into the event.

Maltaward offers a wide range of physical security measures that can be used at festivals and other large-scale events. If you are organising an event and need help with elements of security, please don’t hesitate to contact us today.

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The events industry has a real responsibly around the safety and security of customers, guests, visitors, partners and staff. This has always been the case and the industry has pioneered tools, techniques and strategies that have gone on to be used elsewhere. But over the past year we have seen the rise of the Covid-19 […] The post Event security in the age of Covid-19 appeared first on...

The events industry has a real responsibly around the safety and security of customers, guests, visitors, partners and staff. This has always been the case and the industry has pioneered tools, techniques and strategies that have gone on to be used elsewhere. But over the past year we have seen the rise of the Covid-19 pandemic, and this has fundamentally altered everything about the events industry.

Indeed, perhaps more than any other, the events industry has been forced to re-think almost every aspect of what it does. Disregarding the fact that through the periods of lockdown and the high-risk tiers events have been unable to run, even in those times where events have been allowed, strict measures have been put in place to attempt to limit the spread of the virus.

While there have been advances with the vaccines and hope on the horizon for a return to normality, now is not the time to second-guess the pandemic. Events organisers need to be prepared for the possibility of some restrictions remaining in place for the foreseeable future.

Here we take a look at how to run secure and safe events in the age of Covid-19.

How to make an event Covid-secure

Firstly, we need to consider what we mean by a Covid-secure event. There are certainly government guidelines that have been set out on how to keep an event as safe as possible during the Covid-19 pandemic. Much of this revolves around the idea of taking all reasonable precautions to limit the potential spread of the virus.

This advice changes regularly, so it’s important to keep up to date with the government’s own website. It is also important to think about what you can reasonably do at your event to minimise the risk for anyone attending.

Hygiene and cleaning

Good basic hygiene and regular cleaning have been promoted from the earliest days of the pandemic as an important way to limit the spread. This is vital at events too – you must make sure you have a cleaning and hygiene regime in place.

Instilling staff with the importance of regular hand washing and the free availability of hand sanitisers are both useful moves.

Keeping people separate

Social distancing may well remain a part of life at least for a little while longer as we slowly reduce restrictions. Large events may wish to keep some levels of social distancing in place.

Crowd management has always been an important part of event security, and so it comes into play again here. Barriers can be deployed to keep too many people from congregating in certain areas, and you may even wish to have a one-way system in place.

Face masks

Once again, it is yet to truly be established whether we can leave behind the idea of having to wear face masks in crowded spaces. There have been suggestions that we may end up having to live with Covid-19 rather than overcoming it completely, so to some extent it may be preferable that visitors wear face masks, depending on the specifics of the event and the venue.

It is up to event organisers to use their judgement not only in applying the letter of the law, but also the spirit of it, when it comes to recommendations on safety.

If you are interested in learning more about a range of security services that we can provide at Maltaward, please get in contact with our experienced team today.

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At Maltaward, we have years of experience working with water-filled barriers. These barriers can be extremely valuable and have a wide range of uses across various industries. In this blog we take a closer look at the benefits of using water-filled barriers, and where they can be most effectively used. The pros and cons Water […] The post Water filled barriers and their uses appeared first on...

At Maltaward, we have years of experience working with water-filled barriers. These barriers can be extremely valuable and have a wide range of uses across various industries. In this blog we take a closer look at the benefits of using water-filled barriers, and where they can be most effectively used.

The pros and cons

Water filled barriers, as their name dictates, are designed to be at their most effective when filled with water, (or indeed sand as an alternative). This helps provide weight, rigidity, stability, and strength to the infrastructure.

When empty, they are light to transport, stackable, so easy to store, and quick to deploy. They also tend to offer a variety of angled solutions if you do not always want straight lines. They are additionally likely to reduce vehicle collision damage whilst still offering a good degree of protection for workers, pedestrians, and property.

Most ranges support additional height barrier options to protect pedestrians and to manage and control segregation, intrusion, or perimeter defence. The majority also have forklift slots to enable moving when full.

If there are disadvantages to using water-filled barriers it is probably that their effectiveness is reduced if not filled. They do need filling, and then emptying for transportation so can require support services to achieve this. Additionally, they are made from plastic, which can be damaged, preventing the barriers from retaining water.

It is important to select the right type of barrier for the threat protection required.

RB22 Crash Barriers – Speed Protection

This is a quick deployment barrier without the need of heavy lifting equipment, and crash tested to 50mph and approved to BS EN1317-N1.

Once filled, it can withstand wind speeds of up to 78mph. Barriers are available in Red & White with a range of angles to support bends and curves. The range supports attachable mesh panels, hoarding panels and both pedestrian and vehicle gates. It is suitable as a heavier duty barrier for segregation where vehicles are travelling at speeds up to 50mph.

Specifications: L 2000mm x H 800mm x W 500mm – Empty 60kg, Full 600kg

2. GB2 Barriers – Heavy Duty

This is also a quick deployment option for 2 people without heavy lifting equipment as it is a 2m barrier. It is an interlocking barrier that allows up to 35-degree angles making it a flexible option.

Manufactured out of UV stabilised plastic that can accommodate water or sand fills that make it stable and rigid. Barriers are fully stackable for transportation and storage. A plastic pin secures barriers together and they can withstand wind speeds up to 77.9 mph.

The barriers also support a powder coated hoarding, mesh and combination panel and have both pedestrian and vehicle gate options as well as infill panels (available separately) for the square holes in the barrier.

Specifications: L 2000mm x H 900mm x W 500mm – Empty 32kg, Full 350kg

Evo Road Barriers – Medium speed vehicle, perimeter, and pedestrian protection

Evo barriers come in 3 sizes and they have a unique design in that they interlock with one another both horizontally and vertically, creating a robust barrier solution. Linked they create a barrier with no gaps.

These barriers are ideal for separating pedestrians from lower speed vehicles and are quick and easy to install as interlocking barriers.  Can be water or sand filled and come with mesh & barrier panel options to go on top. There is also a 90-degree corner option. When filled, they can withstand wind speed up to 55mph.

The traditional colours are red and white, but other colours can be produced.

EVO Road Barriers come in each of the following options:

• 1m EVO Road Barrier. Dimensions: 1000mm x 400mm x 555mm.
• 5m EVO Road Barrier. Dimensions: 1500mm x 400mm x 555mm.
• EVO 80 Road Barrier. Dimensions: 1200mm x 400mm x 800mm
• Mini Mesh Panel / Reflective Plank Panel. This can be fitted to both the 1 metre and 1.5 metre EVO Road Barriers to increase the barriers’ overall height.

Euro Barriers – Medium speed vehicle, perimeter, and pedestrian protection.

Euro barriers are an alternative to Evo barriers available in 1 and 2 metre lengths but are taller at 650mm and wider at 550mm and ultimately heavier as a result when filled. Manufactured from UV stabilised polyethylene for strength and reliability.

As with the Evo Barriers, the Euro Barriers will accommodate both the post and plank and mesh panel accessories.

RB1000 Barrier – Heavy duty

The RB1000 is primarily designed for indoor and outdoor safety barrier for racetracks. Low to the ground to allow site over the barrier, it is versatile in that it links with no gaps, as well as allowing the creation of bends, and offers a 45-degree bend piece as well as end stops and plank adaptor. When filled with water, they can cope with vehicle collisions.

They can also be used for demarcation and segregation on a myriad of locations like construction sites, industrial parks and more. Alongside all of this they are quick to set up and manufactured from UV stabilised polyethylene for strength and reliability.

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If you need to secure any kind of area quickly, concrete barriers are an extremely effective option. Easy to transport, but providing strong and secure protection, barriers can be shipped directly to you, off-loaded and even positioned exactly where you need them in a short amount of time. Whether you are working on a construction […] The post How to secure your site using concrete barriers appeared first on...

If you need to secure any kind of area quickly, concrete barriers are an extremely effective option. Easy to transport, but providing strong and secure protection, barriers can be shipped directly to you, off-loaded and even positioned exactly where you need them in a short amount of time.

Whether you are working on a construction site and need to ensure that an area cannot be accessed, or if you have vacant property with a need to deny access to trespassers, concrete barriers can be ideal.

Better yet, they are affordable. At Maltaward, we offer a wide range of concrete barriers available to suit any budget – we can even offer buying and hiring options. So, here we take a look at how you can secure your site with concrete barriers.

What can concrete barriers do?

Concrete barriers actually have a wide range of uses depending on the needs and requirements of your site. They are perfect for restricting access to specific areas for both vehicles and pedestrians. A line of concrete barriers clearly delineates where individuals are allowed to access.

However, these are not the only uses. Barriers can also be valuable for crowd management, traffic control, creating entrances and exits, and more.

There are barriers available in a huge variety of sizes and shapes, from Kentledge blocks and temporary vertical concrete barriers (TVCBs) through to large quarry rocks, which can provide a more natural appearance, if the visual aspect is important.

Assess your needs

To understand how to secure your site, you first need to establish exactly what your needs are. As such, the first step is a full assessment.

At this point you need to establish what you are trying to achieve. Are you simply blocking access to vehicles? Do you need to account for both vehicles and pedestrians? Do you need some form of access to the site to be available at all times?

It may the case that you already have some kind of site protection in place, such as fencing. In this case, you would be after a solution that encompasses both the fencing and the blocks.

When you understand your needs and requirements, you can make a decision on which types of barriers you require and how they can be placed.

Getting the right sizes

With weights ranging from 1,400 kg or lower, to 2,500 kg and higher, as well as being available in a number of different shapes and sizes – there is a concrete barrier that will be perfect for your needs.

Many concrete barriers can be interconnected or stacked to form a much larger barrier if that is what your site requires.

No matter how large or small scale the project is, concrete barriers can be an ideal solution.

Flexibility

Of course, not all sites need to be entirely shut off at all times. This is where the flexibility and easy movement of concrete barriers comes in useful.

With the right tools, concrete barriers can be swiftly moved, meaning that if you need to provide access at certain times of day, but keep the site secure at others, this can be easily accomplished.

Barriers are also extremely useful when used in conjunction with other security measures.

Work with professionals

It is especially important with regard to concrete barriers to work with experienced professionals. At Maltaward, we are specialists in civil engineering and have extensive expertise with concrete barriers. We would be happy to help you with all of your needs – contact us today.

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Businesses have faced significant upheaval through 2020. Even those companies and organisations that managed to continue operating through the pandemic were forced to make significant changes to their operation in order to bring in extra controls to stop the spread of the virus. Most businesses are hoping that 2021 will bring back a degree of […] The post Important business security features for 2021 appeared first on...

Businesses have faced significant upheaval through 2020. Even those companies and organisations that managed to continue operating through the pandemic were forced to make significant changes to their operation in order to bring in extra controls to stop the spread of the virus.

Most businesses are hoping that 2021 will bring back a degree of normality – and that is likely to mean they will need to consider making changes to increase their levels of security. Thankfully, as 2020 has shown, businesses can adapt quickly and bring in the necessary new features, so upgrading security in 2021 should not be too much of a burden.

Here we take a look at some of the most important security features that your business can introduce over the next year.

CCTV

CCTV has become a security necessity for businesses – this is due to the fact that it actually serves two very important security purposes. Firstly, the cameras can capture recordings of any criminal behaviour which can make it easier to gain convictions against them after the fact.

Secondly, and actually probably more importantly, CCTV acts as a deterrent to crime. Your business should make a big deal out of the fact that you have CCTV – put signage up to remind anyone in the vicinity that their actions are being recorded. This can have the effect of stopping crime before it can happen.

Carpark barriers

Your carpark can potentially be a point of weakness that could be exploited by criminals. Whether you have high value products and equipment, or keep a lot of cash at your premises, your business can be a target for ‘ramraiding’ – where vehicles are driven into a building to gain access to it as well as to create chaos.

It is important to put concrete barriers in place in front of your premises and especially around your carpark, as this can mitigate the risk of ramraiding.

Cybersecurity

It’s not just physical security that businesses need to be concerned with. Cybercrime has become a major issue in recent years and it is up to organisations to ensure that they have the kind of digital defences in place to minimise the risk of suffering a data breach.

Interestingly, some of the physical security features above actually have a role to play in preventing cybercrime. Many types of cybercrime rely on forms of social engineering or even surveillance of businesses. So, having physical security features in place can actually work to stop this from taking place.

If you would like to learn more about the range of security features that businesses need to invest in 2021, get in contact with the highly experienced team at Maltaward today. Maltaward specialises in concrete barriers and other forms of physical security, and can help your business get the defences it needs.

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In the UK, theft costs the construction site industry in excess of £800 million every year. Indeed, construction is a huge and highly valuable industry that inevitably makes use of a large number of high-value materials, equipment, tools and machinery. Unfortunately, this makes the industry a major target for thieves and criminals simply due to […] The post Security guide for construction sites appeared first on...

In the UK, theft costs the construction site industry in excess of £800 million every year. Indeed, construction is a huge and highly valuable industry that inevitably makes use of a large number of high-value materials, equipment, tools and machinery.

Unfortunately, this makes the industry a major target for thieves and criminals simply due to the fact that it is a profitable option for them.

Here we take an in-depth look at security on construction sites; what are the risks and challenges? And what measures can be put in place to keep the site as secure as possible?

What are the security threats for construction sites?

Any time that an unauthorised person enters the construction site and carries out any kind of criminal activity, it can present a safety and security threat. These threats and challenges can actually take a fairly wide range of forms.

• Loss of materials – the most obvious threat and challenge is the lost revenue and profit margin that comes from having to replace expensive tools and pieces of machinery, as well as the construction materials that are required to do the job. Additionally, fuel can be stolen, and even aspects of the construction damaged, which can lead to a need for duplication of labour.
• Disruption of operations – it is not just the loss of materials and equipment, but also the disruption to the schedule of the construction that can be so costly. If materials are stolen from a site, it means that work cannot continue until new supplies have been ordered and delivered. Likewise, if key equipment goes missing, it will need to be replaced before work can continue.
• Making the site dangerous – of course, there is the slight danger of trespassers coming onto the site and potentially causing criminal damage and endangering life with arson. However, the danger is actually more likely to come from the fact that thieves may damage equipment which makes it more dangerous to operate on the site. For example, if heavy machinery is sabotaged or electrical wiring is exposed. Additionally, if fuel is stolen from a piece of machinery this could leave pools of the fuel around which itself can be a fire hazard.

Considerations of loss and liability

There are further complications that need to be considered: the issue of loss and liability that occurs as a result of trespassing or criminal damage on inadequately secured construction sites. Consider the issue that could arise if a vehicle stolen from your construction site is then used to ramraid another premises in order to commit further crime – the site could be liable.

Additionally, construction sites that are not adequately secured can be held liable for trespassers being injured in accidents, or due to safety issues caused by trespassers.

There can also be the challenge that if your work is held up by security and safety issues, it may not be possible to complete it on schedule. This can be another way that poor security can cause problems at your construction site.

What are the challenges for good security at a construction site?

There a number of challenges that make construction sites difficult to prepare for from a security perspective.

• Constant movement – it is undoubtedly an issue that a construction site necessitates a great deal of movement while it’s operating. This means that there must be easy ways for workers to access the whole of the site without being impeded. Unfortunately, this means that there may be easy ways for trespassers to do the same. The number of people at a site is constantly in flux with deliveries arriving and leaving. It can give criminals the opportunity to enter the site unchallenged, whether they are committing any crimes or simply getting an idea for the layout and what can be found at the site.
• Many ways to access the site – it may well be the case that there are many access points for a construction site. These include access for vehicles, site workers, authorised visitors, and sometimes parts must be made accessible to the public to allow them to get from one area to another. Access points commonly change location as work progresses, making them more challenging to manage from a security perspective.

What security features do you need to keep you site secure?

Firstly, it is important to point out that there are a number of security essentials that every construction site must have in place – often these are legal necessities. Every construction site will have differing needs and requirements. However, it is almost always the case that you will need to have:

• Comprehensive risk analysis – before any work is carried out at the site you should have a thorough security risk analysis conducted. This will provide you with the information you need on the specifics of your site and what you will need to put in place to ensure that the site is secure at all times.
• Protocols in place – your risk analysis should show the important protocols that need to be put in place to keep the site secure.
• Limits on access – it is essential that there should be a way to limit access to the site. This will ensure that only authorised people are allowed to be on site at any time. No-one should be allowed to access the site via an open entrance; this goes for both people and vehicles.

Important physical security measures

As well as the essential access control, there are a number of other measures that should be put in place to keep the site secure at all times.

• Lighting – good lighting is extremely important, and is often enough to deter criminals by itself. Thieves prefer to operate with the cover of darkness, and may think twice before attempting to gain access to a well-lit site.
• CCTV – often thought of as useful only after a crime has been committed, CCTV is actually a crucial tool for deterring the crime in the first place. Not only should CCTV be put in place, but large signs pointing its presence are vital to help to make it as effective as possible.
• Barriers and fencing – sites will need a range of fencing and barrier options to ensure not only that access is limited, but also to help keep pedestrians (including site workers) safe from vehicles. Concrete barriers and security fencing play an important role in all construction sites.
• Locks – remember that access points, vehicles, and storage should be locked at all times when they are not being used. This means it is necessary to have a wide range of locks on the site.

Operational security

Physical security is essential, but there are some elements of operational security that can also be used on construction sites to minimise risk.

• Manned guarding – at important high-value sites, it can be necessary to put security guards in place. Once again, this acts as much as a deterrent as a way to halt a crime that is in progress.
• Entry and exit monitoring – you may need to have security guards physically monitoring who is entering and exiting the premises in order to keep track and make sure that no unauthorised people are gaining access to the site.

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