Fundamentals of Security

AIM

During this session we shall learn of the

fundamentals of security.

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PARTS

 Objectives
 Meaning of the word security
 Concept and role
 Comprehensive Security System
 Methodology
 Corporate security
 Futuristic trends.
 Essentials Of Security System/ Security Tool
Box
 Revision questionnaire
 Conclusion

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MEANING OF THE WORD SECURITY

 Definition
 The Security System-Scope.
 Difference between Police and Security.

 CONCEPT AND ROLE

 Concept of Security
 Role of Security
 Assets protection and loss prevention.

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Some definitions

 Dictionary defines Security as “A thing that guards

or guarantees, being secure, guarantee, surety for
another.” it can be interpreted as “A state of being
secure or guarded”.
 Dictionary defines Secure as “safe, free from
anxiety or attack, firmly fastened, reliable.”
 We can also define security as “freedom from
exposure to danger, a feeling of safety, certainty,
and freedom from anxiety and a means of
protection”.

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The Security System-Scope

The scope and character of a security

program should be no more extensive and no
more limited than is warranted to adequately
protect personnel, property and carry out the
assigned tasks.

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Difference between Police and
Security

 Police functions under the authority of the

Government with formal sanction for active law
enforcement and it has powers to arrest, detention,
and interrogation.

 Private Security functions under Non Governmental

Agencies, they have no legal similar sanctions.

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Concept and Role

Concept of Security
 Dictionary defines Concept as-“General notion.”
 The concept of security is to protect the company in all its parts
in all its activities - it transcends all departments within the
company. The security program should protect personnel,
plants, offices, equipments, material, operations, methods,
procedures, Companies Reputation and Good name.
Role of Security
 Dictionary defines Role as-“Actor’s part, appointed duty.” The
role of Security is asset protection and loss prevention.
Assets protection and loss prevention.
 To provide a safe and secure environment to the company and
its personnel to carryout their core business.

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COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY SYSTEM

Basic Pillars of Security Threats Anticipated From

 Prevention  Internal – Company work
 Detection force
 Interference  External –

Security to Whom  Population around the site

 Personnel  Competitors

 Property  Suppliers

 Information  Labors

Types of Threats  Saboteurs

 Loss due to theft pilferage  Terrorists

and mischief  Disgruntled Ex Employees
 Damage due to Fire,
sabotage, Terrorist Activities
and Natural Calamities
 Assault and Kidnapping

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Objective of Methodology

 Facilitate for authenticity.

 Deny.

 Deter.

 Delay.

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Principles of Security

 Detect
 Delay
 Avert.
 Depth.
 Economical
 Flexibility.
 Response.
 Surprise.

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Implementation of the Methodology is
Through

 System – Abiding by processes and procedures of the system,

always reflecting a well in control of the situation attitude.
 Alertness – Always being alert and not switching off during duty
hours.
 Observation – Keenly observing both visitors and employees.
 React – Appropriate intelligent reactions to be taken in different
situations.
 Investigation/ Interrogation – To check authenticity of persons
and materials.
 Authorisation – Permitting entry to authorized persons/denying
entry.
 Actions Response - Training should reflect in practicality.

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Corporate security functions

 Physical Security
 Security management
 Investigating
 Emergency Procedures
 Legal Aspects
 Personnel Security.

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Application of Technology

 Detection devices
 Electronic circuits
 Alarm systems, Signal apparatus
 Closed circuit television systems (CCTV)

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Security Tool Box.

 Policy & Strategy.

 Information & Intelligence.
 Manpower/HR.
 Technical Means.
 Control & Supervision.
 Procedures.
 Tests & Drills.
 Internal & External Audit.

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REVISION QUESTIONNAIRE

 What is the Difference between Police and

Security?
 Types of Threats
 What are the methods that you shall apply for
implementation of security measures?
 List the principles of Security
 List any five tools in a Security Tool Box/
Essentials of security system.
 One of the tools of security is tests and drills.
Explain briefly.
 Write a short note on manpower.

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