SECURITY ALERT - IMPROVISED INCENDIARY FIREBOMB
On the 23rd May 2022, during the morning plant and equipment checks a bottle was found under an ADT and upon further inspection it was an Improvised Incendiary Firebomb. This methodology behind the incident is not the first and shows a change in dynamics and an escalation in previous vandalism incidents.
What We Know
The intruder gained access to the plant storage area and set alight the rag which was half submerged in alcohol in the bottle and threw under the ADT.
The bottle was spotted by an EKFB member of staff with clear indication of an attempt to light the rag. The burning rag was used as a rudimentary initiator to cause the alcohol to further ignite and cause any nearby objects to catch fire.
The rag did not set alight due to its polyester characteristics and avoiding the chain reaction.
TVP attended site and have collected the evidence and an investigation has commenced.
Actions Taken
- Raising security awareness with the site teams
- We are in regular engagement with TVP and our colleagues at HS2
- Increasing patrols in these areas.
- Review of site and use of technology as deterrence boundaries
What You Can Do
- Be extra vigilant and continue to carry out plant and equipment checks prior to use.
- Do not put yourself in harms way, if you are unsure about anything speak to your supervisor / manager.
- Cordon the area and report finding immediately to your supervisor / manager.
