VIP Protection
Training specialized security teams to counter new-age assassins.
Teams in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa have had to gun-up and upgrade tactics to counter the threat of terrorism. More than ever, security teams need highly trained and experienced drivers who can effectively maneuver at high speed in evasive situations, both on clear roads and in the congested traffic of large cities. The faster a motorcade is moving, the harder it is to ambush it or to hit with a command detonated IED or RPG. Speed also makes a security convoy aware of other plotting dangers that trace at a similar pace. On the other hand, increasing speed makes braking and steering more difficult. Skilled drivers must be ready at any time to take evasive action in a controlled manner, but it helps to know where the most dangerous areas are along the route. Experience and intelligence can help when entering areas of a heightened threat.
Comm and Diplomacy
Good communications is always important, but today good comm with backup systems is crucial. If reaction forces are available, a security team must be able to call in should they be attacked. Certainly, contact with the command post must be maintained at all times and vehicles should be further equipped with a GPS for command post tracking when available. Radios should be backed up by satellite phone and/or a cell phone if the latter will work reliably in the area. If U.S. military personnel are available to act as a QRF (quick reaction force), good relations should be cultivated. Time and/or resources spent reinforcing the fact you are operating on the same team are well spent.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
Leroy Thompson….I love this guy….
I read one of his books… I loved it..
Everybody needs to know this stuff weather your protecting your family or the president… its important.
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