Protection Plan Template
A practical framework for Martyn’s Law compliance. This structure ensures your site meets the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 requirements.
Core Plan Components
Venue & Layout
Define physical zones, access points, and typical footfall patterns for Standard or Enhanced tiers.
Risk Assessment
Document internal/external vulnerabilities and existing physical entry controls.
Response Procedures
Clear protocols for Lockdown (Security), Invacuation (Internal), and Evacuation (Exit).
Communication
Deployment of lockdown alarms, PA systems, and staff contact cascades.
Roles & Leadership
Assigning specific duties: who triggers the alert, who leads the response, and who contacts emergency services.
Training & Drills
Scheduling regular rehearsal of the plan and maintaining staff competency records.
Record Keeping
Logs for maintenance, incident reporting, and post-drill improvements.
Official Compliance Resources
Government Legislation
Counter-Terror Guidance
Sector
Requirements
General Global Baseline
Tier Thresholds
Standard Tier covers capacity of 100-799. Enhanced Tier covers 800+.
Training Duties
Staff must complete ACT Awareness training and rehearse lockdown procedures annually.
Education DfE Standards
Named Security Lead
Every setting must have a designated person responsible for protective security planning.
SEND Consideration
Lockdown plans must account for students with sensory or physical mobility requirements.
Public Venues High Capacity
Safe Room Identification
Identify internal rooms with reinforced doors and no glazing as primary refuge points.
Visual Alerts
Install high-intensity visual beacons for areas where loud music prevents audio alarms.
Sports & Stadia SGSA Ready
Zone Ex Strategy
Coordinate with local police for crowd management in areas immediately outside the perimeter.
Faith & Community Volunteer Led
Behavior Detection
Train ushers and volunteers in SCaN (See, Check and Notify) techniques for early detection.
Hospitality Guest Safety
Room-Level Comms
Establish a rapid alert system to notify hotel guests of a 'Stay-In' order.
Workplaces Tier 1
Contractor Induction
All visiting workers must be briefed on the specific lockdown alarm sound and muster point.
Healthcare EPRR Aligned
Non-Ambulatory Refuge
Plans must prioritize 'Horizontal Evacuation' or room-level hardening for patients.
Transport Hubs Police Aligned
Cross-Operator Comms
Ensure lockdown triggers are shared instantly across train, bus, and taxi operators.
Outdoor Events Martyn's Law
Secondary Egress
Identify off-site secure buildings that can act as temporary refuge for open-air crowds.