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| MITIE SAFEGUARDS THE LONDON THAMES BARRIER |
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The Thames Barrier is one of the world’s largest moveable flood barriers,
protecting central London from tidal surges. The security of the Barrier is
vital and it is MITIE who have been trusted with the challenge of managing their
security operations for the next two years with the renewal of a significant
contract. The Barrier attracts a range of visitors, from interested members of
the public to VIP guests and film crews. A security partner that can manage
these varied and high-profile situations is therefore vital. As the Barrier is
a national flood defence all security personnel must undergo Counter Terrorist
Check clearance and specific training to understand the unique challenges of the
site. Protecting 125 square kms of central London, a breach in security at the
Barrier could have a dramatic impact on the capital. The Environment Agency
therefore needed a partner they could trust to provide 24-hour security service
effectively.
“We wanted to work with a company that would take ownership of the security and
work effectively with the other on-site personnel. With security required 24 /7
all year round, you need not only a reliable and trusted security provider, but
a team that you can work with on a day-to-day basis. This was a key factor in
renewing our contract with MITIE.” commented Steve East, The Environment Agency.
The contract includes on site patrols, 24 hour monitoring of security cameras,
and access control. All staff must be fully trained in the event of an alarm
activation and know how to manage specific situations whether it be trespassers,
safety or maintenance problems. All this activity and training ensures that this
key flood defence and the local environment remain in safe hands.
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| Infologue Top 20 2009 (Provisional) |
| 28/08/2009 |
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