In a commercial environment it is not uncommon for organisations to engage the services of a contract security provider. The contract provider effectively operationalises the system of security developed and authorised by an organisation.

Within a system of security, protocols such as a security policy, plan and procedures guide key stakeholders in their work.

An economic or monetary loss may arise because a statement including an opinion, whether reckless or negligent from another that has been significantly relied upon. These types of case involving former employees are common in the USA and UK albeit there has been some recent activity in Australia.

Where a contractor is engaged for the provision of security services the following documents can assist in ensuring the security context is established and maintained.

Often security leaders are engaged to provide advice on community safety strategies. Although outside the typical role of a security advisor, the contributions can be beneficial within a community safety strategy.

ASIS ACT Chapter is conducting a Security and Government half-day Expo that includes a presentation from DFAT chief security officer Luke Williams. The Expo will be held at the Realm Hotel Canberra, Thursday November 3 from 12 to 6pm.

Gold Sponsor of the ASIS Victoria Chapter QSS records average growth of 30 per cent after a restructure.

The 3rd Annual National Community Safety Conference conducted in Sydney from 28 to 30 September was an outstanding success. Presentations from subject matter specialists including our Chapter Chair Dr Tony Zalewski contributed to high-level satisfaction of delegates.

Security resilience means the ability of an organisation to resist the impact of or recover from an abnormal event. The objective is often evidenced through business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.

Soft target hardening is a must read for those who secure, own, and operate soft target facilities. It is also suitable for citizens who want to protect themselves and their families from attack.