Course Contents
Module 1: Understanding the Professional Issues of Security Management
Key Topics
- Introduction to Security Risks in the Oil & Gas Industry
- Consider the Full Range of Risks – Local, National, International
- The Management of those Risks
- Management Policies and Regulations
- International Professional Standards
Module 2: The Importance of Security Planning
Key Topics
- Understanding Loss
- Legal Obligations – Local, National, International
- Loss of Reputation
- Crime Management and Prevention
- Principles of Emergency Response and Recovery
- Incident Response
- Who does what? – Who goes where? – Who calls who?
- On-Scene Management
- Case Studies
Module 3: Threats to Assets – Security Audits
Key Topics
- Key Asset / Point Identification
- Screening
- Personnel
- Clearances – Forms
- International Visits
- Contactors and Sub-Contractors
- Classification of Documents – Policy
- Information, Cyber & Computer Security
- Clear Desk Policy
- Workstation / Laptop Security
- Data Retention
- Identity Theft
- Fire Fighting
- Evacuation Planning
- Security Survey – Syndicate Workshop
Module 4: Principles of Asset Protection
Key Topics
- Physical Security
- Perimeter Security – Zones
- Access Control
- Searches
- Cordons
- Surveillance Patrols
- Investigations / Interviewing
- Special Risks
- Terrorism
- Kidnap
- Crowd Control
- Bomb Warnings
- Search Techniques
- Explosive’s Recognition
- Anti and Counter Surveillance
- Firearms and Weapons
Module 5: Implementing Programmes – What should be in Place?
Key Topics
- Crisis Management Procedures
- Business Continuity Procedures
- Mutual Aid
- Communication Strategies
- Emergency Communication / Control Centres
- Communication Skills – Verbal, Phone, and Radio
- Social Media and Public Relations

