SAPOL - Crowded places

SAPOL - Crowded places


Crowded places


Places where large numbers of people gather are at risk of a terrorist attack. This includes:
entertainment venues
hotels and convention centres
major events
public transport hubs
sporting venues
shopping and business precincts
tourist attractions
significant one-off events.

Places most at risk are those where:
attendance of large numbers is predictable
security controls are minimal.
Risk assessment and advice

The national terrorism threat level for Australia is PROBABLE. Credible intelligence, assessed by our security agencies indicates that individuals or groups have developed both the intent and capability to conduct a terrorist attack in Australia.

A number of global factors and events have come together to indicate a terrorist attack in Australia is now more likely.This multifaceted threat was the reason the Commonwealth Government developed Australia's Strategy for Protecting Crowded Places from Terrorism in August 2017.

We must maintain vigilance in the face of an escalating global terrorist threat that continues to affect Australia. It is timely to review your security, emergency and business continuity plans.

Identifying potential targets for terrorist attack is not precise but there are things that you can do to minimise the risk.

On this page you will find some useful documents, links, a guided self-assessment tool and an audit to help you assess the threat of terrorism at your location.

Information about the National Terrorism Threat Advisory System and the current level can be found at www.nationalsecurity.gov.au
For South Australian Users Only
Crowded places self-assessment tool

If you are the owner or operator of a place in South Australia where large groups of people gather use the safety assessment for crowded places to:
assess the likelihood of a terrorist attack
get advice on where to go for risk management guidance.

SAPOL encourages you to take the time to complete the questionnaire.


Complete the Crowded places self-assessment

Note, the guided self-assessment will be updated shortly to reflect Australia's Strategy for Protecting Crowded Places from Terrorism but the above link should still be used in the meantime.

Once you have completed the self-assessment tool, it is advisable for you to undertake the complementary Crowded Places Security Audit. This primarily aims to:
present a menu of security issues, some of which may be relevant to the type, size and risk profile of your crowded place; and
provide an impetus for you to address any security gaps in a proportionate manner.


Complete the Crowded Places Security Audit

Contact the Critical Infrastructure Support Group for information and advice about crowded places or the self-assessment tool. Phone 7322 3622 or make an enquiry online.
Event planning advice

If you are planning a community event, contact your SAPOL District/Local Service Area planner for advice.

District/Local Service Area planners are located at the following locations:
Adelaide Police Station, Grenfell St
Phone 7322 4800 Christies Beach Police Station
Phone 8392 9085
Elizabeth Police Station
Phone 8207 9411 Port Adelaide Police Station
Phone 8207 4254
Mt Barker Police Station
Phone 8398 1700 Nuriootpa Police Station
Phone 8568 6620


If you are planning a major event, contact the Emergency and Major Event Section on 7322 4275 for advice.
Contact

Critical Infrastructure Support Group
Make an enquiry online
Phone 7322 3622.
Related information

Australia's Strategy for Protecting Crowded Places from Terrorism

Active Armed Offender Guidelines for Crowded Places

Improvised Explosive Device Guidelines for Crowded Places

Chemical Weapon Guidelines for Crowded Places

Hostile Vehicle Guidelines for Crowded Places

National guidelines for the protection of critical infrastructure from terrorism

Australian Government information relating to National Security

Safe and Healthy Crowded Places Handbook

Safework SA events