Security assessment
Evaluates existing or planned security measures that protects your assets from threats.
CRI can provide you with a comprehensive Security Risk and Vulnerability assessment for your assets - office, building, or work site - using the internationally recognized CPTED approach.
We use a four-phase approach to this assessment to thoroughly understand the threat environment and security posture of the area under review including evaluation of Risk, Perimeter, Exterior, and Interior.
Four Phase Assessment Approach
Risk Assessment
The first step in any security assessment is to identify the risks. This includes assessing the likelihood and impact of various threats, such as burglary, theft, vandalism, and terrorism. The risk assessment should also consider the specific assets that need to be protected, such as people, information, and property.
Perimeter Security
The perimeter of a property is the first line of defense against unauthorized access. CPTED principles can be used to design a perimeter that is both physically secure and visually inviting. Some common perimeter security measures include:
- Fences and walls
- Gates and barriers
- Lighting
- CCTV surveillance
- Vegetation
Exterior Security
The exterior of a property should also be designed to deter crime. This includes features such as:
- Well-maintained buildings and grounds
- Secure windows and doors
- Visible security measures, such as CCTV cameras
- Signage that discourages crime
Interior Security
The interior of a property should also be secure, with measures such as:
- Access control
- Security lighting
- CCTV surveillance
- Intrusion detection systems
- Emergency procedures
CPTED Approach
CPTED is a holistic approach to security that focuses on designing and managing the built environment to reduce crime. The five principles of CPTED are:
- Natural access control: This principle seeks to make it difficult for criminals to gain unauthorized access to a property. This can be done by designing features such as fences, walls, and gates that restrict access.
- Natural surveillance: This principle seeks to create a sense of openness and visibility that discourages crime. This can be done by designing features such as well-lit areas, windows that overlook public spaces, and landscaping that does not block sightlines.
- Territoriality: This principle seeks to create a sense of ownership and responsibility among the people who use a property. This can be done by marking the property boundaries, providing clear signage, and encouraging people to report suspicious activity.
- Activity support: This principle seeks to create a sense of activity and vitality that discourages crime. This can be done by providing opportunities for people to gather and interact, such as through community gardens, playgrounds, and other public spaces.
- Maintenance: This principle seeks to keep the property clean and well-maintained. This sends a message that the property is cared for and that crime will not be tolerated.