WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) for Safe Event Planning course is designed for organisations and professionals dedicated to safeguarding public spaces from vehicle-based threats. This course is ideal for:

  • Security Firms: Security officers, event stewards, and safety staff who manage crowd safety and security at large events.
  • Event Venues: Stadiums, arenas, festivals, theatres, nightclubs, and concert halls where public safety and crowd protection are high priorities.
  • Management Teams: Venue managers and event organisers responsible for implementing effective security policies and HVM measures.
  • Leisure & Tourism Venues: Including hotels, holiday parks, and resorts that host large gatherings and want to integrate HVM measures into their security protocols.
  • Safety and Compliance Teams: Professionals tasked with ensuring that HVM policies are in place to protect public gatherings.
  • Public Sector and Local Authorities: Those involved in managing public realm spaces, including parks, town centres, and tourist areas, where HVM measures are essential.
  • HR & Business Teams: Organisations looking to enhance health and safety policies related to event security and hostile vehicle mitigation.
  • Individuals: Anyone interested in understanding safety practices for public venues, particularly regarding vehicle-borne threats.

Contents

The course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of HVM measures within the security and events sector. Topics covered include:

  • Introduction to Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)
  • Conducting Threat and Vulnerability Assessments
  • Integrating HVM into Event Infrastructure Design
  • Physical and Natural Barriers for Event Security
  • Traffic Management and Crowd Control Strategies
  • Operational Response Planning for Hostile Vehicle Threats
  • Best Practices for Public Realm Design with HVM
  • Training and Coordination for HVM Preparedness

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The aims and objectives of this course are:

  • To provide a thorough understanding of HVM principles specific to the security and events industry.
  • To empower participants to recognise, assess, and respond to vehicle-borne threats effectively.
  • To ensure participants understand their responsibilities in securing public spaces and event venues.
  • To promote a proactive culture of safety and vigilance in public venues and high-footfall spaces.

Entry guidance

This course is suitable for any professional responsible for implementing or managing security measures at public events, venues, or public spaces, and for those seeking an in-depth understanding of hostile vehicle mitigation.

ASSESSMENT & DELIVERY METHOD

The course is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility for participants to learn at their own pace. At the end of the course, a multiple-choice assessment is required, with a minimum pass mark of 75% for certification.

 

This is a free short course. No payment will be made at the point of booking. Please use the ‘Securely Purchase Course £0’ button above to be auto enrolled onto the programme. Please use the ‘Enquire Now’ button below for group bookings or to contact a member of our team

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