Safety and Security in Facility Management

This professional DIXONTECH course equips participants with advanced knowledge of safety, security, and risk management in facility operations. It focuses on developing comprehensive systems to protect people, assets, and operations through effective emergency planning, threat assessment, physical security, and regulatory compliance. The training integrates international safety and security standards (ISO 45001, ISO 22301, and ISO 31000) with real-world facility management applications.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Facility Safety and Risk Management Frameworks
• Security Systems and Access Control Design
• Emergency Response and Crisis Management
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
• Security Leadership, Culture, and Compliance

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO

• Manage safety and security operations within facilities
• Conduct risk, threat, and vulnerability assessments
• Implement effective physical and digital security systems
• Develop emergency and crisis response procedures
• Ensure compliance with HSE and security standards
• Promote a culture of safety and preparedness
• Lead security audits and performance reviews

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

• Facilities and operations managers
• Security and risk management professionals
• HSE and emergency response officers
• Project and property managers
• Maintenance and technical supervisors
• FM consultants and compliance specialists
• Corporate safety coordinators and team leaders

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The course applies a combination of practical workshops, simulation exercises, and real-life case studies. Participants will learn through security risk mapping, safety scenario analysis, and the design of integrated safety and security frameworks tailored for modern facility environments.

DAY 1

INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY AND SECURITY MANAGEMENT IN FACILITIES

• Overview of safety and security responsibilities in FM
• Understanding risk, threat, and vulnerability in facilities
• Legal and organizational obligations in safety management
• Integrating safety and security into FM strategy
• Common safety and security challenges in modern buildings
• Safety performance indicators and compliance measures
• Establishing governance structures for safety oversight

DAY 2

FACILITY RISK MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY PLANNING

• Principles of risk management in facilities (ISO 31000)
• Hazard identification and risk assessment procedures
• Developing and updating safety policies and manuals
• Managing contractors and visitor safety compliance
• Workplace inspections and corrective action programs
• Tools for monitoring and reporting safety incidents
• Building resilience through proactive risk mitigation

DAY 3

SECURITY SYSTEMS, ACCESS CONTROL, AND SURVEILLANCE

• Physical security system design and implementation
• Access control strategies and visitor management
• CCTV, intrusion detection, and perimeter protection
• Integration of smart technologies and IoT systems
• Data security and cyber protection for FM operations
• Incident logging and response coordination
• Case study: managing security in high-risk facilities

DAY 4

EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT

• Emergency preparedness and facility response planning
• Evacuation drills and safety communication procedures
• Crisis command structures and coordination with authorities
• Fire, explosion, and hazardous material incident control
• Business continuity and disaster recovery principles
• Media and stakeholder communication during crises
• Post-incident recovery and lessons learned

DAY 5

SECURITY LEADERSHIP AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Leadership in safety and security management
• Developing a safety and security culture in FM teams
• Conducting safety audits and security inspections
• Aligning with ISO 45001 and ISO 22301 frameworks
• Performance measurement and KPI tracking
• Emerging trends in smart and resilient facilities
• Building a long-term security improvement plan