Executive Protection

Question 1

What was the purpose of the “Exceptional Case Study Project” carried out by the secret service? What were the studies three key findings?

Answer 1

The purpose of the study was to identify the mindset/habits of assassins.

1. Mental illness only rarely plays a key role in assassination behaviors.
2. Persons who pose an actual threat often do not make threats, especially avoiding direct threats.
3. Attackers and those who made near-lethal approaches described having a combination of motives.

Question 2

How should a vehicle be augmented or what requirements should it have when carrying a principal? (7 things)

Answer 2

1. Protective bulk for ramming
2. Generous interior space
3. Armour
4. Bullet resistant metal panels
5. Steel-reinforced bumper
6. dual battery system
7. GPS to reduce likelihood of getting lost

Question 3

What are the two advantages to having more than one person on an EP Detail?

Answer 3

1. There can be a dedicated driver.
2. The advance can be carried out and continued up until the arrival of the executive.

Question 4

What are the five “know before you go” pre-travel research steps?

Answer 4

1. Conduct Internet research on current facts about the destination.
2. Obtain a professional country briefing to learn the history and current affairs of the destination country, including attitudes held about the principals home country.
3. Become familiar with the countries climate, health conditions, time zones or zones, and currency rates.
4. Learn the key points of local social customs.
5. Clarify why the principal is going on the trip, where they wish to travel, and who will attend scheduled meetings.

Question 5

Should western gathering places be avoided? If so, why?

Answer 5

Yes, locations such as tourist spots or houses of worship are targets for terrorists.

Question 6

What question should an EP constantly be asking?

Answer 6

What if?

Question 7

What are the 3 most important resources for an EP to use?

Answer 7

1. Law enforcement contacts.
2. News and briefings.
3. Networking.

Question 8

What 6 developments will most likely affect the future of executive protection? What is an ISAC?

Answer 8

1. Technological Miniaturization and combination.
2. Up to date travel information.
3. Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (ISAC).
4. Improved training equipment.
5. Protected vehicles.
6. Body Armour.