Terrorism
What is phase 1 of Terrorism?
Broad Target Selection. Terrorists collect information on numerous targets to evaluate their potential in terms of symbolic value, casualties, infrastructure criticality, or public attention.
What does IPM Stand for?
Individual protective measure
What does FPCON stand for?
Force Protection Condition
what should you do when evacuating from an active shooter?
- Help others escape (If Possible) - Have an escape route planned in mind
- leave your belongings
- prevent others from entering an area where shooter maybe
What should you do while in captivity?
- Exercise daily.
- Read anything and everything.
- Eat what is offered to you. You must maintain your strength.
-Establish a slow, methodical routine for every task.
Which (1-7) phase do Terrorist choose to execute attacks when conditions favor success with the lowest risk?
Phase 6
What actions can you take to Anticipate threats/risks?
- Research
- plan routes/itinerary
- Identifying high risk locations/targets
- memorize key phone numbers
A general global threat of terrorist activity with no probable attack is what FPCON level?
Normal
What actions can you take to shelter yourself against an active shooter?
- Lock the door
- Use furniture to block the door
- provide protection against shots fired your way
- Stay silent
While being interrogated you should:
- Be polite
- Make up a story
- stay calm
- give short answers
Indicators of a potentially mentally unstable person may include:
- mood swings or depression
- Abuse of alcohol or drugs
- Repeated violation of policies
- Talk of domestic or financial problems
- withdrawn behavior, decrease in hygiene, and paranoia
How do you stay Vigilant?
Remain alert, note changing conditions and suspicious activities
Name all FPCON Levels from lowest to highest
Normal, Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta
What actions can you take at an Active Shooter?
- Acting Aggressively
- Yelling
- improvising weapons/throwing objects
- committing to your actions
How do you deal with captors?
- Do not aggravate
- Do not Debate
- Attempt to develop a positive relationship with them
- Try to limit conversation
- Listen
How should you respond to an insider threat?
Alert security or law enforcement personnel immediately.
How do you avoid being a Target?
- Minimize exposure
- avoid places of high criminal activity
- Do not wear U.S. identified items/clothing
- Travel in conservative civilian clothing
___Provides increased security readiness against nonspecific threats
FPCON - Alpha
should you attempt to move wounded people when there is an active Shooter?
No, your priority is escaping. Moving wounded will make you a target/vulnerable.
What should you anticipate while being held hostage?
- Long period of Isolation
- efforts to disorient you
- physical/verbal abuse
- lack of food
- unsanitary environment
Identify all 7 steps of terrorism from first to last
-Broad target selection
-surveilance
-target selection
-planning
-Rehersal
-Action on objective
-Escape
While walking into your office, you notice an unfamiliar person lingering near a restricted entrance, carrying a large, unmarked bag. What is the best course of action?
Retreat to a safe location and report the situation to security immediately
What is the difference between CHARLIE and DELTA?
CHARLIE--> high probability of attack
DELTA--> Terrorist attack has occurred
Name all types of Surveillances and give their definitions.
- Moving: conducted on foot, vehicles, generally in teams
- Technical: Uses electronic means to record or gain access to security info
- Casual Questioning: Approaching personnel for info
What should you NOT do when being rescued?