Security Induction Version 4.0 March 2013 Security & Logistics Department Departure Training Session

General overview Security management is… …a collective responsibility

General overview WHAT IS SECURITY MANAGEMENT ? Safety = daily risk management  Movement management  Premises management  Cash management Security = specific risk management in countries at-risk:  civil war context  natural disaster  terrorism etc.

General overview OUR PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: ACTED safety and security standards and procedures are developed: to ensure health, welfare, and security of its entire staff worldwide; to maintain and/or enhance the viability, integrity, and effectiveness of its programs,activities and field operations.

General overview: ACTED SECURITY STRATEGY: Acceptance = softening the threat by winning the support of the local communities. Deterrence = posing a counter threat (through diplomatic channels, collective pressure etc.) Protection = reducing our vulnerability through protective devices (communication, vehicles, premises etc.), policies & procedures and coordinated operations (with NGOs, UN etc.)

Responsibilities: 1. HQ 2. Country Director 3. Area Coordinator (or Security F.P.) 4. All staff

Policy & Procedures Standards: ACTED HQ Global Security & Safety Policy ACTED HQ Global Security & Safety Guidelines Country Security Plan, Area Security Plan Standard Operating Procedures Contingency plan, evacuation plan Tools: Security notifications by & SMS Security Incident Report WAM / WCM / MCM Weekly, Monthly Security Reports

Policy & Procedures How it works: Each country & area are rated (security level) = HR implications Each area of operation defined by an active security phase (A, B, C, D, E) = operational implications Standard Operating Procedures specific to each phase (and adapted to each country) SOP1: Personal security SOP2: Health & medical assistance SOP3: Communication safety & security SOP4: Movement safety & security SOP5: Premises safety & security SOP6: Financial safety & security SOP7: Crisis management

Security phases: Phase ANormal Phase A –Normal Phase BConcern: Phase B –Concern: Operations continue but at an increased level of situational awareness Implement frequent communications and backup transportation Get frequent security updates from UN security officer and maintain liaison with other NGOs Provide frequent security update to personnel Equip vehicles, residences, and offices with emergency rations, water, fuel, and equipment · Maintain 24-hr communications and constant contact with staff members Phase CInsecure: Phase C –Insecure: Restrict movement to those absolutely essential; all movements must be approved by the FSO Assemble/consolidate personnel at designated assembly point Maintain positive redundant communications among staff and external organizations Phase DRelocation or Lock Down: Phase D –Relocation or Lock Down: Suspend operations Release non essential staffs Implement lockdown Phase EEvacuation Phase E Evacuation

Example of SOP (1: Personal Safety)

SOP 2: Case of medical repatriation !All international staff are covered by a medical repatriation insurance Repatriation procedure: Inform the Country Director Contact SOS International before taking any decision Consult a certified doctor (on-site or on-line) If repatriation is decided and agreed by SOS International and ACTED, follow the instructions.

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