Protecting a static or fixed location — “Halls and Walls”may not be the most glamorous or dynamic assignment, but it is a critical part of every protective detail.  Whether operating as a solo practitioner, an agent on a dedicated static team, or on a travel team and draw the halls and walls assignment, professionalism, preparation, and attention to detail will be absolutely necessary and just as important as with any other assignment. While perhaps not the most high profile assignment, getting it wrong can spell catastrophe for a client, an agent or the team. In this short course, Christian West draws upon his decades of international Executive Protection experience to share with you some of the inside secrets of this often neglected but crucial aspect of close protection to ensure success and avoid disaster.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. How to create a secure area.
2. How to conduct a thorough advance of an area prior to clieant arrival.
3. Innovative but practical tools for maximizing effectiveness while on static duty.
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Topics include:

• Transforming a public space into a secure area
• Identifying and backstopping potential failure points
• Avoiding complacency and maximizing downtime
• How to thoroughly advance a static location such as a hotel room to mitigate risk, control access, and secure egress.
• Leveraging venue staff to assist in controlling access and supporting the client.
• Utilizing low to medium tech monitoring equipment to bolster your individual capabilities.