Construction Site Security Final 24 Aug 2018
Construction Site Security Final 24 Aug 2018
Construction Site Security Final 24 Aug 2018
ALLIANZ CONSTRUCTION
CORPORATE & SITE SECURITY
SPECIALTY® GUIDANCE RISK BULLETIN 2018
CONSTRUCTION SITE
SECURITY
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This assessment should be periodically reviewed and MAIN STEPS TO DEVELOP A SITE SECURITY
revised to reflect changes such as, security risks, project PLAN
boundaries, progress of work, construction methodology / • Carry out the security assessment of the project
sequence, logistics plan, etc. and consider the utilization of a third party security
company if the expertise is not available “in house”.
The risk assessment process should be dynamic and • Based on assessment, set the requirements for site
encompass changes to internal and external conditions security.
common throughout all phases of the project. • Design the security system with consideration given
to the inclusion of the following components, as
warranted by the conditions:
THREATS AND SECURITY MEASURES
–– Video
Once the risk level and Impact to the construction site is Identify the locations where risks are concentrated
assessed, mitigation measures can be devised. The next and determine the camera types and quantity
sections detail various threats and mitigation measures required.
highlighted in the following topics: –– Audio
• Security related threats to construction sites Alarms and provide verbal warning to intruders
• Main steps to develop a site security plan –– Lighting
• Practical suggestions for addressing the overall security Motion actuated lighting (white and infrared light)
risks –– Physical barriers
• Various site mitigation methods for typical threat or Delay the intruder’s site access using multiple
loss source types fences and making the access indirect for places of
• Cyber security considerations for the construction site intruder interest.
• Emerging technologies and security requirements –– Response Mechanisms
Devise an effective means to deter, delay and deal
SECURITY RELATED THREATS TO with the risks as soon as detected / identified /
CONSTRUCTION SITES realized, such as, sirens, alarms, high beam lights,
• Theft of equipment and/or tools physical security on site to address as per local laws.
• Theft of fuel If the residual risks are still too high, hire guards to
• Theft of materials from the site or off-site project carry out security duties.
storage areas • Periodic review of the security plan as the site changes
• Vandalism (necessary to identify gaps in the security plan).
• Arson • Consider independent or third party security audits,
especially for sensitive facilities.
• Breaches of security into existing buildings or partially
completed project areas. PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR ADDRESSING
• Robbery of or attacks on construction workers OVERALL SECURITY RISKS
• Reconnaissance of development to discover details of • Before the project commences create a site specific
the in-process or completed project / building security plan based on the assessment of the security
• Trespassers: both accidental and intentional risks. Record and document this plan and have a
• Cyber-attack or disabling closed circuit television written security policy.
(CCTV) security systems • Liaise with local law enforcement agencies to
• Protesters (either related to the site activity or simply for assess the risks as envisaged by local municipal
publicity) administration. If available, obtain advice from your
own company’s experts.
• Assign supervisory security responsibilities within
the site/project management team, and encourage
security awareness among all workers. Contact the
local police and fire departments before starting a
project to establish coordinated efforts. Establish
contact with management of neighboring properties,
and encourage them to report suspicious activities.
• Maintain a Security Risk register and periodically
review the security plan and update registers as
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VARIOUS SITE MITIGATION METHODS FOR TYPICAL THREAT OR LOSS SOURCE TYPES
This information can be used to define the scope of site security team / company
Site Risks Risk Mitigation
Theft Perimeter fencing suitable to project security risk
Suitable anti-climb barrier walls or fencing, barbed wire fence, electrified, armed guards, etc. Check local laws for
compliance.
Illumination of fenced boundary
CCTV / Night vision cameras
Note that monitored CCTV cameras are always preferred to actively deter theft vs. passive CCTV systems which only
record it happening.
The use of a central station monitored video surveillance Source:
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system is a best practice. The placement of such
security cameras will vary depending upon jobsite conditions and size, but should cover the entire jobsite perimeter
and select interior locations of the building. The surveillance system should be monitored by a listed or approved
central station alarm monitoring service. The central station service should be instructed to call local police and
management upon any intrusion or suspected intrusion.
The use of a central station monitored security system which employs motion detection, sound detection, and/or
other technologies is also a best practice.
Plans and specifications for any surveillance/alarm system may be forwarded to Allianz Risk Consultants for review
prior to installation.
Intruder detection system – Infrared motion detection and local alarm/ remote alarm
Security guards / patrolling / guard posts / security control / guard dogs (if applicable) / access control system
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