RISK ANALYSIS, SECURITY & VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENTS
THE PURPOSE of any security survey is to provide the client with a pool of information
that will be utilized in determining the status of protection in a facility or
organization. The thoroughness and detail provided by a comprehensive security
audit are critical in rendering a complete picture of the situation.
LAYNE CONSULTANTS INTERNATIONAL is recognized for its attention to detail and
the objectivity of each security survey performed. We take the time necessary
to assure you that nothing has been missed. While other firms may specialize in one type of facility,
our diversity and experience in a variety of businesses, commercial enterprises
and government facilities lends to our expertise in covering the details others
often miss.
Although the elements of each security evaluation will vary with the type of
facility involved, the following are generally included:
· Sufficient on-site time to personally inspect each area of client concern.
· Physical inspection of devices and barriers, such as lighting, fences, landscaping,
locks, doors, and windows.
· Examination of existing security and fire systems, closed circuit television,
access controls.
· Review of daily operations, traffic flow, freight and delivery handling, personal
service operations.
· Staff interviews with department heads, key workers, maintenance and security
personnel. Interviews may include outside agencies, including police, fire emergency
medical service, transportation.
· Review of emergency plans, training programs, employee manuals, policies, and
procedures.
· Analysis of program effectiveness relating to security, prevention, emergency
services, and public relations.
CLIENT NEEDS and general requirements determine the scope of the survey. Other
special situations may require additional evaluation, such as the evaluation of
contract security, construction security, special events security, or protection
of valuable assets. Following the completion of our assessment, a comprehensive
report is issued to the client, including significant information developed, and
the consultant's recommendations for problem solving.
The Survey:
The conduct of the risk analysis survey is probably the singly most important
element of each project. The information gathered during the security survey influences
the direction of the Conceptual Protection Plan, and highlights those areas where your protection needs improvement. It is
in this area where our service surpasses our competitors.
Physical Security and Electronic Protection are areas normally evaluated in any
protection environment. The natural and manmade barriers to entry, intrusion
detection systems, fire protection, lighting, landscaping, building design, fields
of observation, furniture arrangements, and traffic flow are all contributing
factors which are observed, documented, and compared to similar elements found
in comparable environments.
Given all of the physical factors, the most important aspect in protection planning is the human element…those regular employees, security staff, responding agencies, visitors,
and vendors who all contribute to the overall protection picture. You can spend
unlimited amounts on electronic protection, erecting barriers, installing high
technology access controls…all of which are worthless if the employee with the
task of monitoring or activating parts of each system is inattentive, irresponsible,
or neglectful. Our survey includes an objective analysis of the human side as
well. We conduct meaningful interviews with those staff members who will most
benefit from security system operations, and those who will be responsible for
system operations. When appropriate, we meet with response agencies, security
system vendors, and others affected by the facility's protection. Policies, procedures,
training manuals, and operations guides are reviewed, as well as existing vendor
contracts.
The end result is a thorough, objective, and easily understood report that provides
decision makers with prospective solutions to the most important problems: "How
should we proceed…how much will it cost…and who will perform the tasks necessary?"
The Risk Analysis Survey address each area, beginning with an executive summary,
followed by an evaluation of each area reviewed. Practical solutions are presented
in recommendation form, along with expected costs. Reports are normally presented
within 30 days following on-site visitation.
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