A security steering committee and work group has been formed to guide the development of new standards for security linked to existing health, safety, environment and disaster management systems.
Specialist Emergency Management Advisor David Bailey said the new portfolio reflected a growing awareness in businesses, communities and governments around the world.
“When you mention security, people immediately think of terrorism, but security problems can arise from any number of causes including natural disasters or industrial accidents. This is just another aspect of the risk management framework we are building in Pilbara Iron to support our disaster management, recovery and business continuity plans.”
Work will initially focus on implementing a common access control system including physical security upgrades to protecting critical infrastructure, such as mines, ports and railways, and will involve the introduction of a number of common standards for including access control fencing and signage.
The Australian Attorney-General’s Department has established a special branch to help alert the community to potential security threats on critical infrastructure.
Surveillance operatives often put themselves in suspicious situations in order to get the intelligence they need to plan an attack. Keep your eyes open and contact your supervisor or a member of the Emergency Management Team if you see anyone who is in an area without a legitimate reason; collecting information or taking unauthorised photographs or videos of site facilities.
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