KEY POINTS OF PERSONAL SECURITY Integrated Protective Concepts

KEY POINTS OF PERSONAL SECURITY Integrated Protective Concepts

Introduction � � This presentation provides a very brief overview of key points of personal security Each of these key points requires focus and examination beyond this presentation While application of these elements can mitigate risks it’s important to remember there are no guarantees and no absolutes Effective personal security means fitting these elements into your life and your particular circumstances

Elements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Know your environment Maintain awareness Identify vulnerable points/times and areas of increased risk Elevate your level of alertness at vulnerable points/times Avoid time/place predictability Have a contingency plan Proper mindset Have a physical skills toolbox

Know your Environment � � � Be aware of the particular threats in the environment where you are living, traveling or operating Know the baseline so you can identify abnormalities Be familiar with the modus operandi of threat groups and actors

Maintain Awareness � � It’s critical to maintain a base level of awareness whenever you are in public and even in your residence This should be a passive awareness of what is going on around you, who is near you, etc. This should not mentally exhaust you or require undue focus It’s important to limit distractions such as mobile phone, texting, etc.

Identify Vulnerable Points/Times � � � Look at your daily routine and identify places and times where you are especially vulnerable This vulnerability may come from time/place predictability such as leaving your home in the morning at the same time each day It may come from particular locations such as dangerous neighborhoods or chokepoints on a route

Elevate your Alertness � � Elevate your level of alertness at these key times/places Focus on your surroundings and look for the abnormal and the absence of the normal Watch the behavior of people and vehicles and assess them Look for suspicious indicators such as correlating actions, people out of place, etc.

Avoid Time/Place Predictability � � To the degree possible avoid being too time & place predictable Vary routes and times to the extent possible Determine the degree of avoidance you need to practice based on your personal risk assessment At a minimum recognize the vulnerability and increase your alertness as we just discussed

Have a Contingency Plan � � � Plan for potential scenarios that may put you in danger and have a plan to mitigate the risk to yourself Always strive to leave yourself an exit Mindset various scenarios in advance so you will have a game plan if you need to react to a particular threat or danger

Proper Mindset � � � Be proactive and prepared for likely threats Determine to be a survivor and be confident but realistic in your capabilities Understand that any plan will likely need to be adapted upon contact with a threat situation

Physical Skills Toolbox � � Possess some level of physical skills to use as a last resort Physical skills may include close quarter combat skills, evasive driving or weapons use but aren’t limited to these Avoidance and proactive behavior are best but in a worst case scenario you may have to use physical skills The level of skillset needed is determined by your circumstances and personal risk assessment

Conclusion � � This presentation has outlined some of the key elements of personal security Each of these elements require further exploration and examination These elements are scalable and adaptable depending on your personal situation Taking a proactive approach to your personal security can pay significant dividends in reducing risk