Security Management Toolbox
This toolbox is designed for managers, team leaders, and security personnel. Below you will find security and critical incident management tips, tools, and training resources.
Duty Of Care
If you manage or supervise personnel, you have 7 main duty-of-care responsibilities to keep them safe.
Minimum Security Requirements of the IFRC
Security Phases
As requested, we have clarified the guidance and requirements for the IFRC Security Phases.
Security Forms (locked)
IFRC Managers and Security personnel can email the GSU for access.
Security Risk Assessment (SRA)
Step-by-step instructions to help you conduct a Security Risk Assessment (SRA).
Security Regulations/Plans
Tips for writing short, clear and practical security plans and regulations.
Critical Incident Management (CIM)
Procedure, tools and tips for designed for IFRC Critical Incident Management Teams.
Incident Reporting Procedure & Form.
Incidents and near-misses can serve as early warning. If in doubt, report it!
Travel to Red (
Extreme Risk) Locations
IFRC personnel must obtain the approval before travelling to Security Phase Red locations.
Planning Safe Distributions
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Using Guards
Considerations for hiring and managing guards.
Airline Safety
The Global Security Unit can provide assessment (only for those under IFRC security management responsibility.)
Internal IFRC Security Trainings
Trainings offered by the IFRC Global Security Unit in 2024.
Site Security Assessments
Guide and checklist for conducting site security assessments for new residences and offices.
Security Support Agreements
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