Written by a 20-year veteran of the U.S. intelligence community, this second edition reflects the latest geopolitical factors affecting global terrorist incidents and regional insurgencies. A new section includes an analysis of transformations within Al Qaeda, coverage of the modern insurgency, and new global and regional terrorist groups. Completely updated, the section on terrorist tactics reveals the latest trends and attack methods and includes a new chapter on previously unseen suicide bombings. This book is an invaluable training tool on how to identify an attack; how to mitigate damage from successful attacks; and how to recognize the various stages of developing terrorist plots.
480 pages, Publisher: CRC; 2 edition (April 14, 2008) # Language: English # ISBN-10:1420071831. Free download:
http://www.dmos.info/eng/Terrorist%20Recognition%20Handbook.pdf
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Pennsylvania Terrorism Awareness Resource
The State of Pennsylvania has put together a really good interactive Terrorism Awareness Web site. http://www.pa-aware.org/index.asp
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
The last "S" in S.E.T.S stands for Suspicious Behavior
The fourth and final posting in our Series looking at the S.E.T.S. program, from our Auxiliarist Lenny Douthett:
"This is probably the most confusing and broadest of the four core steps. If you ask ten people what is suspicious behavior, you will most likely get ten different answers. Why? Without proper training, each individual will rely on their own understanding based on their life experience.
For the purposes of S.E.T.S., we define Suspicious Behavior as any behavior enacted within a specific environment that is not "normal" for that environment. Basically, if the behavior is not commonly a part of a particular environment, than it may be viewed as suspicious. It's important to realize that we only identify behavior as suspicious, not individuals as suspicious.
For example, when it's cold, it's not uncommon to see people wear coats and (if you live in the northern areas of the US) possibly a ski mask or wool hat. In that same environment, should you see a person with no coat and no hat or ski mask, that person may be viewed as displaying suspicious behavior.
If you witness what you believe to be a possible Suspicious Behavior, report it immediately to local police or call the AWW hotline (877) 24-WATCH."
Lynwood D. Douthett
Aux Marine Inspector
AUX Sector MDA Coordinator
Prevention Division Sector Los Angeles - Long Beach
"This is probably the most confusing and broadest of the four core steps. If you ask ten people what is suspicious behavior, you will most likely get ten different answers. Why? Without proper training, each individual will rely on their own understanding based on their life experience.
For the purposes of S.E.T.S., we define Suspicious Behavior as any behavior enacted within a specific environment that is not "normal" for that environment. Basically, if the behavior is not commonly a part of a particular environment, than it may be viewed as suspicious. It's important to realize that we only identify behavior as suspicious, not individuals as suspicious.
For example, when it's cold, it's not uncommon to see people wear coats and (if you live in the northern areas of the US) possibly a ski mask or wool hat. In that same environment, should you see a person with no coat and no hat or ski mask, that person may be viewed as displaying suspicious behavior.
If you witness what you believe to be a possible Suspicious Behavior, report it immediately to local police or call the AWW hotline (877) 24-WATCH."
Lynwood D. Douthett
Aux Marine Inspector
AUX Sector MDA Coordinator
Prevention Division Sector Los Angeles - Long Beach
Monday, March 2, 2009
The "T" in S.E.T.S. Stand for Tests of Security
The third in our Series looking at the S.E.T.S. program, from our Auxiliarist Lenny Douthett:
"T" or Tests of Security is the third core step in S.E.T.S.
Think of a test of security as deliberately creating a situation that requires a response by police or security; then documenting the elements or logistics of the response. This step can sometimes be difficult to detect; especially, if you are not watching for it. A test of security may be as simple as a trash can or dumpster fire. Or it could be that unattended back pack left on the sidewalk close to a gate or entrance. It may be that friendly person that just happened to walk into a restricted area and leaves politely when challenged. It can even be a staged accident outside, next to or near a critical infrastructure.
Tests of security will most likely occur in close proximity of a potential target such as a building, bridge, plant, vessel, aircraft or area that is host to large crowds. The S.E.T.S. training program offers a better understanding and a closer look at tests of security and offers a more in depth understanding.
If you witness what you believe to be a possible test of security, report it immediately to local police or call the AWW hotline (877) 24-WATCH.
Lynwood D. Douthett
Aux Marine Inspector
AUX Sector MDA Coordinator
Prevention Division Sector Los Angeles - Long Beach
"T" or Tests of Security is the third core step in S.E.T.S.
Think of a test of security as deliberately creating a situation that requires a response by police or security; then documenting the elements or logistics of the response. This step can sometimes be difficult to detect; especially, if you are not watching for it. A test of security may be as simple as a trash can or dumpster fire. Or it could be that unattended back pack left on the sidewalk close to a gate or entrance. It may be that friendly person that just happened to walk into a restricted area and leaves politely when challenged. It can even be a staged accident outside, next to or near a critical infrastructure.
Tests of security will most likely occur in close proximity of a potential target such as a building, bridge, plant, vessel, aircraft or area that is host to large crowds. The S.E.T.S. training program offers a better understanding and a closer look at tests of security and offers a more in depth understanding.
If you witness what you believe to be a possible test of security, report it immediately to local police or call the AWW hotline (877) 24-WATCH.
Lynwood D. Douthett
Aux Marine Inspector
AUX Sector MDA Coordinator
Prevention Division Sector Los Angeles - Long Beach
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