Perimeter Security Considerations For Airports

Perimeter security is essential to protecting airports from a variety of threats, including terrorism, unauthorized access, and smuggling. By implementing comprehensive perimeter security, airports can reduce the risk of these threats and keep passengers and employees safe.

Perimeter security measures can help to deter and detect potential threats, prevent unauthorized access, and keep the airport safe for everyone. Not only that but they are required to comply with government regulations and maintain public safety.

Much consideration should be given to finding and implementing a security solution that will protect airport infrastructure and personnel. To help you to achieve this, here are some of the most important perimeter security considerations for airports.

Physical barriers

Physical barriers such as fences, walls, and bollards should be installed around the perimeter of airports to prevent unauthorised access.

Access control

Gates and turnstiles paired with access control systems such as code pads, intercoms, and

scanners will help to control and monitor access into and around the airport, thus reducing the risk of unauthorised access.

CCTV and alarms

Electronic security systems such as cameras, sensors, and alarms will help to monitor access and activity across the site’s perimeter, as well as act as a visual deterrent to potential trespassers.

Personnel

Having policies and procedures in place, and ensuring that all personnel is aware of security risks and how to respond to them can help to prevent airport security breaches and minimise threats.

Security personnel

Having security personnel patrolling the perimeter and monitoring live CCTV footage can deter and prevent potential trespassers and help to identify, monitor, and address suspicious activity and threats.

Regular assessments

Security and risk assessments should be conducted regularly so that any potential vulnerabilities can be quickly identified and resolved to help ensure that the site continues to be safe and secure.

Review measures

As new threats emerge and new perimeter security solutions continue to be developed, make sure that your security measures are reviewed regularly and are updated accordingly to ensure they are as effective as possible.

Legal Requirements

It is imperative that your airport security complies with government regulations and maintains public safety. Legislation states that:

“The boundary between landside and airside shall be a physical obstruction that is visible to the general public and which denies a person unauthorised access.”

Security breaches in airports can have serious implications, so you must invest in suitable perimeter security solutions. The cost of inadequate security can far outweigh the costs of any preventative measures.

Perimeter security is an important part of the overall security of an airport. It is the first line of defence in protecting the airport and its passengers from a variety of threats.

For professional help and advice with effectively securing your business premises, get in touch with our team of experts at Gateway Automation on 01522 682255, or email info@gatewayautomation.co.uk.

With over 40 years of combined experience and expertise, Gateway Automation offers a value-for-money service with well-engineered and high-quality security systems and barriers, manufactured to your specific requirements.