Basic awareness of Martyn’s Law and recognising potential terrorism risks.
This Martyn’s Law Awareness Level 1 (VTQ) course introduces the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 and explains why the legislation was created to improve public safety. Learners will gain an understanding of terrorism risks, how to identify suspicious behaviour or items, and the importance of security awareness in public places. The course also covers basic protective measures, staff responsibilities, emergency procedures such as evacuation and invacuation, and how to respond during an incident using recognised guidance such as Run, Hide, Tell. It aims to help individuals and organisations improve preparedness and contribute to a safer environment for staff and the public.
This course is CPD certified, demonstrating that the training meets recognised Continuing Professional Development standards.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
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Event staff and organisers
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Security officers and door supervisors
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Hospitality staff (restaurants, pubs, hotels)
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Retail staff and shopping centre employees
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Local authority staff working in public buildings
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Facilities and building managers
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Venue managers (stadiums, theatres, entertainment venues)
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Charity and community organisation staff
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Education staff (schools, colleges and universities)
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Transport and travel staff (stations, airports, bus terminals)
This course comes with 2.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
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Explain the purpose of Martyn’s Law and the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.
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Describe why the legislation was introduced and the risks associated with terrorism in public places.
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Identify which venues, organisations and events must comply with the legislation and understand the difference between Standard Tier and Enhanced Tier premises.
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Outline the basic requirements placed on organisations, including security awareness, public protection procedures and reporting responsibilities.
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Recognise potential terrorist threats and methods, including explosives, edged weapons, firearms, vehicle attacks and chemical hazards.
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Identify suspicious behaviour and suspicious items that may indicate a potential threat.
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Explain the importance of risk assessment and understanding vulnerabilities within premises or events.
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Describe key security planning principles and the role staff play in maintaining safety and security.
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Demonstrate awareness of emergency response actions, including procedures such as evacuation, invacuation and lockdown.
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Explain appropriate actions during an incident, including reporting concerns, contacting emergency services and following recognised guidance such as Run, Hide, Tell.
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Understand the importance of communication, reporting procedures and individual responsibilities during an incident.
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Recognise the importance of creating a culture of security and vigilance within organisations and public spaces.
