School security arrangements

What other factors may contribute to the likelihood of any harm occurring?

Irate parents / known aggressors :

Disgruntled ex pupils :

Excluded pupils :

Schools with large numbers of pupils with educational and behavioural difficulties :

Problematic family histories :

Poor relationships / incidents with local community :

Inadequate supervision at lesson break times :

Absence of designated reception areas or receptionists :

Absence of signs directing visitors to a reception point :

Absence of controlled access points into the building :

Unrestricted access to buildings :

Absence of effective perimeter fencing :

Damaged fencing :

Vandalised perimeter fences :

Excessive entry / exit points :

Public right-of-way across school premises :

Unpopulated sites :

Natural short cuts to public places :

Lots of shrubs / trees that are potential hiding places for intruders :

Isolated areas e.g. alcoves and porches - known hiding / gathering places :

External enticements e.g. ponds, swimming pools, external play equipment :

Low climbable roofs :

Access to anything that could be used as a missile :

High-value items on view :

School premises hired out after hours :

Temporary construction work :

Poor lighting :

Working alone :

Large amounts of cash handled :