Introduction to Security

1. Introduction to Security Chapter 14 Securing the Infrastructure

2. Industry and Manufacturing • An effective security program will affect all aspects of industry and manufacturing. • Since World War I, security officers have played a role in manufacturing plant security.

3. Types of Losses • Industry and manufacturing are susceptible to all of the same types of crime as most businesses.

4. Types of Losses • There are, however, some unique aspects to these type of companies: • Taking raw materials • Taking tools & equipment • Getting paid for more hours than worked • Getting excess expense reimbursement • Taking finished products • Taking scrap products • Taking precious metals

5. Types of Losses • Sabotage – the intentional destruction of materials • Espionage – spying on manufacturing operations • Learn military secrets • Theft of trade secrets and confidential information

6. Food Supply Security • Food security entails protecting the food supply from intentional contamination. • Threats may come from: • Disgruntled employees • Hoaxes for financial gain • Terrorists

7. Food Supply Security • Food security inspections of the facility should be done regularly by plant officials • Encourage employees to report any sign of possible product tampering • Monitor integrity of the plant’s perimeter • Establish a policy on what personal items may/may not be brought into the factory

8. Food Supply Security • Access of all kinds tightly controlled • Seals and locks used on all containers • Incoming and outgoing shipments verified against shipping logs • Identification tags for all employees • New hires should have complete background checks

9. Chemical Plant Security • Since 9/11, chemical plants have come under increased scrutiny as possible terrorist targets. • These plants have added to their security arsenal by using electronic technology to provide layers of protection. • The industry has also adopted new, increased security guidelines called the Responsible Care Security Code.

10. U.S.-Based Oil Company Security • A major issue for U.S.-based oil companies is securing manned and unmanned offshore oil platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. • Security at these facilities are inordinately sophisticated due to the loss potential with these facilities.

11. Utility Security • Gas, electricity, and water • A survey by Security Management shows only 1/3 of companies have had a disaster drill. Threats: • Theft from trucks • Vandalism • Trespassing

12. Transportation Security • The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was formed after 9/11. • TSA is responsible for: • highways • railroads • buses • mass transit • seaports • airports

13. Transportation Security • Trucking Industry issues: • Theft from unattended trailers left at truck stops • Drivers working with a group of thieves

14. Transportation Security • Railroad Security threats: • Cargo theft • Vandalism • Theft of Metals • There are over a quarter-million miles of track in the U.S.; securing it is nearly impossible.

15. Transportation Security • Shipping Security Issues: • Sheer number – over 11 million containers arrive every year • Shipping Security Threats: • Piracy • Terrorism • Maritime insurance fraud

16. Transportation Security • Mass Transit Security Issues: • Theft • Robberies • Assault • Rape • Murder • Vehicle theft

17. Transportation Security • Airport/Airline Security Issues: • Skyjackings • Bombs • Bomb threats • Theft from passengers • Air cargo theft • Theft in airport retail establishments • Motor vehicle theft and theft from motor vehicles