1、raising standards worldwideNO COPYING WITHOUT BSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAWBSI British StandardsWB9423_BSI_StandardColCov_noK_AW:BSI FRONT COVERS 5/9/08 12:55 Page 1Code of practice for close protection services Part 2: Services outside of the United KingdomBS 8507-2:2009BS 850
2、7-2:2009 BRITISH STANDARDPublishing and copyright informationThe BSI copyright notice displayed in this document indicates when the document was last issued. BSI 2009 ISBN 978 0 580 62691 3ICS 13.310The following BSI references relate to the work on this standard: Committee reference GW/3 Draft for
3、comment 09/30180590 DCPublication historyFirst published July 2009Amendments issued since publicationDate Text affected BRITISH STANDARD BSI 2009 iBS 8507-2:2009ContentsForeword iii1 Scope 12 Normative references 13 Terms and definitions 14 Service provider 25 Resources 36 Service 11AnnexesAnnex A (
4、informative) Sample sub-contractor declaration 15Annex B (informative) Sample client/principal threat and risk profile 16Bibliography 19Summary of pagesThis document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, pages i to iv, pages 1 to 20, an inside back cover and a back cover.BS 8507-2:2009ii B
5、SI 2009BRITISH STANDARDThis page deliberately left blankBRITISH STANDARD BSI 2009 iiiBS 8507-2:2009ForewordPublishing informationThis part of BS 8507 is published by BSI and came into effect on 31 July 2009. It was prepared by Technical Committee GW/3, Manned security services. A list of organizatio
6、ns represented on this committee can be obtained on request to its secretary.Information about this documentReferences are made within this document to United Kingdom legislation. This is not necessarily binding on operations outside of the United Kingdom but is provided for information.Please note
7、that activities within the confines of British Embassy properties and British High Commissions abroad are governed by United Kingdom legislation.The Private Security Industry Act 2001 1 contains provisions for regulating the United Kingdom private security industry, including close protection. A per
8、son falling within the definition of providing security industry services within the United Kingdom under the Private Security Industry Act 2001 1 is required to be licensed in accordance with that Act. The Act can be found online at http:/www.the-sia.org.uk/home.Attention is also drawn to the Data
9、Protection Act 1998 2, the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (as amended) 3, the Human Rights Act 1998 4, the Race Relations Act 1976 5, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 6 and the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 7. If there is any inconsistency between this British Standard and any national leg
10、islation in the country of operations, then the local legislation prevails.Use of this documentAs a code of practice, this part of BS 8507 takes the form of guidance and recommendations. It should not be quoted as if it were a specification and particular care should be taken to ensure that claims o
11、f compliance are not misleading.Any user claiming compliance with this part of BS 8507 is expected to be able to justify any course of action that deviates from its recommendations.Presentational conventionsThe provisions of this standard are presented in roman (i.e. upright) type. Its recommendatio
12、ns are expressed in sentences in which the principal auxiliary verb is “should”.Commentary, explanation and general informative material is presented in smaller italic type, and does not constitute a normative element.The word “should” is used to express recommendations of this standard. The word “m
13、ay” is used in the text to express permissibility, e.g. as an alternative to the primary recommendation of the clause. The word “can” is used to express possibility, e.g. a consequence of an action or an event.BS 8507-2:2009iv BSI 2009BRITISH STANDARDNotes and commentaries are provided throughout th
14、e text of this standard. Notes give references and additional information that are important but do not form part of the recommendations. Commentaries give background information.Contractual and legal considerationsThis publication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contra
15、ct. Users are responsible for its correct application.Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from legal obligations.BRITISH STANDARD BSI 2009 1BS 8507-2:20091 ScopeThis British Standard gives recommendations for the management, staffing and operational accountability for the provi
16、sion of all aspects of close protection services outside of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and Crown Dependencies. Additionally, this code might be used by those who wish to purchase close protection services.NOTE Recommendations for operations within the United Kingdom ar
17、e given in BS 8507-1.2 Normative referencesThe following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.BS 7858
18、, Security screening of individuals employed in a security environment Code of practice3 Terms and definitionsFor the purposes of this part of BS 8507, the following terms and definitions apply.3.1 clientperson or organization requesting the close protection service3.2 close protection operative (CP
19、O)person with specialized training who performs close protection services3.3 close protection servicesservices to establish and maintain a safe environment for a principal at risk3.4 licencedocument issued by an authorized body to engage in such licensable conduct as might be described in the licenc
20、e 3.5 personal protection operative (PPO)close protection operative assigned specifically to remain with the principal3.6 principal(s)person or persons being afforded protection3.7 risk assessmentcontinuous process of collection, collation and analysis of information to identify possible danger(s)3.
21、8 service providerperson or organization providing services to the client3.9 sub-contractorperson or organization providing close protection services under the direction of the service providerBS 8507-2:20092 BSI 2009BRITISH STANDARD3.10 local sub-contractorperson or organization in the region of op
22、erations providing a service to the close protection team NOTE Local sub-contractors may include drivers, caterers, administrators, guides and interpreters.3.11 team leadercompetent person nominated to take charge of and be responsible for a team of CPOs and to provide liaison between the team, the
23、principal and the service provider3.12 threat assessmentongoing evaluation of threats and vulnerabilities to determine the possibility, nature and level of danger, harm or loss to the principal4 Service provider4.1 StructureThe service provider should possess a clearly defined management structure s
24、howing control and accountability at each level of operation.The service provider should operate a complaints management system.NOTE 1 Attention is drawn to the guidance given in BS ISO 10002.Details of the senior manager or executive officer responsible for the operations should be established and
25、a curriculum vitae made available to prospective clients on request. Also details of the owner of the service provider should be made available. Any unspent criminal convictions or undischarged bankruptcy of the executive officer or owner should be disclosed on request.NOTE 2 Attention is drawn to t
26、he Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 6, whose provisions govern such disclosure in the United Kingdom.4.2 FinancesThe service provider should have sufficient working capital for its requirements. The capital reserves of the service provider should be sufficient for current and planned needs.The s
27、ervice provider should be able to present two years certified trading accounts, except if it is starting as a subsidiary of an established service provider. Alternatively, the service provider should be able to provide evidence that staff experience and financial backing are commensurate with the le
28、vel of trading.The service provider should prepare annual accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards. The accounts should be certified by an accountant. Accounts should be available on request for agencies, organizations or individuals with an appropriate interest in the bona fide n
29、ature of the service provider.BRITISH STANDARD BSI 2009 3BS 8507-2:20094.3 InsuranceThe service provider should possess insurance cover commensurate with the services provided and the number of persons employed, e.g. public liability, contractual, efficacy, employers liability, vehicle insurance and
30、 fidelity guarantee, medical evacuation and repatriation insurance, travel insurance and personal insurance. Where a service provider uses sub-contractors, the service provider should ensure there is sufficient insurance cover commensurate with the business undertaken.5 Resources5.1 PremisesThe serv
31、ice provider should have an administrative office(s) and/or operational centre(s) where records, professional and business documents, certificates, correspondence, files and other documents necessary for conducting business transactions should be kept in a secure manner. The location of records and
32、documentation, both local and centralized, should be clearly defined by the service provider.5.2 Directly employed staff5.2.1 Selection and screeningAll persons undertaking, or having access to, details of close protection duties should be selected and screened in accordance with BS 7858.If employee
33、s are acquired through a takeover, the service provider should satisfy itself that the recommendations of this subclause have been fully met. They should also be able to demonstrate appropriate skills and competencies in reading, writing and verbal communication sufficient to perform their roles eff
34、ectively.Prospective employees should be asked to confirm that there is nothing in their circumstances that would be detrimental to their operational commitments.5.2.2 HealthThe service provider should ensure that the health and physical condition of personnel remains compatible with the duties and
35、region to which they will be deployed. The service provider should ensure that personnel have the required, in-date inoculations, medication and insurance for the duration of their deployment outside of the United Kingdom.NOTE Where there are health and safety risks or medical concerns about personn
36、el, it is reasonable for a service provider to ask that person(s) to undergo a medical examination to ensure fitness for duty. BS 8507-2:20094 BSI 2009BRITISH STANDARD5.2.3 Terms and conditions of employmentEmployees should be provided with a written statement (e.g. individual contract and company h
37、andbook) of the terms and conditions of their employment that include details of the following:a) job title;b) effective start date;c) probationary period (if required);d) provisional period subject to screening (if applicable);e) pay and allowances;f) hours and days of work;g) leave entitlement;h)
38、conditions of payment during absence through illness;i) pension entitlement;j) industrial injury procedures;k) address of the service provider;l) disciplinary and appeals procedures;m) terms of notice of termination of employment;n) confidentiality agreement;o) equality and diversity policy/procedur
39、e;p) performance review policy/procedure;q) company property and security thereof;r) induction training;s) personal behaviour/code of conduct.Persons should not be required to work hours that could be detrimental to their health, safety or efficiency.NOTE Attention is drawn to statutory requirements
40、 relating to employment, and in particular, to requirements relating to working hours.5.2.4 Code of conductAll personnel should be issued with a code of conduct and instructed that the following (including the aiding and abetting of others) constitute a breach of the code of conduct:a) neglecting to
41、 complete a required task at work promptly and diligently, without sufficient cause;b) leaving a place of work without permission, or without sufficient cause;c) making or signing any false statements, of any description;d) destroying, altering or erasing documents, records or electronic data withou
42、t permission or through negligence;e) divulging matters confidential to the service provider, client or principal, either past or present, without permission;NOTE This list is not exhaustive and does not necessarily include all actions that could also constitute criminal offences.BRITISH STANDARD BS
43、I 2009 5BS 8507-2:2009f) soliciting gratuities, or not reporting gifts received, or other consideration from any principal or principals representative;g) failing to exercise reasonable care of, or properly account for, keys, money, property or information (e.g. principals itinerary) received in con
44、nection with business;h) incivility to persons encountered in the course of duties, or misuse of authority in connection with business;i) conduct in a manner likely to bring discredit to the service provider, principal or client, e.g. in relation to cultural diversity and non-compliance with the law
45、s and regulations appertaining to the region of operation;j) using equipment or identification without permission;k) reporting for duty under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or use of these whilst on duty;l) failing to notify the employer immediately of any:1) conviction for a criminal offence in
46、cluding a motoring offence carrying endorsement or fixed penalty;2) police caution; 3) refusal, suspension or withdrawal (revocation) of a Security Industry Authority (SIA) or other appropriate national licence, if applicable.m) permitting unauthorized access to a principals or clients premises;n) c
47、arrying of unauthorized or unlawful equipment, or use of a principals or clients equipment or facilities without permission;o) soliciting of contracted personnel, client or principal;p) failing to disclose any circumstances that can involve a conflict of interest (e.g. between themselves and the cli
48、ent or the principal).5.2.5 Licensing statusA record of the current status of any relevant operational licences should be maintained and regularly reviewed and regular checks should be carried out to confirm that CPOs comply with the terms and conditions of their licence.5.3 Sub-contractorsCOMMENTAR
49、Y ON 5.3NOTE It is recognized that the vast majority of CPOs are sub-contractors. Non close protection local sub-contractors may also be used to provide a service to the close protection team (see 3.9).5.3.1 GeneralService providers should ensure that they have appropriate written contractual arrangements in place with sub-contractors.BS 8507-2:20096 BSI 2009BRITISH STANDARD5.3.2 Initial selection and screeningAlthough no system of selection can provide absolute security, providers of close protection services should make every
