Martyn's Law Awareness Level 1 (VTQ)

Understand the basics of Martyn's Law and how it will affect your organsation.

Martyn's Law is a significant legislative initiative by the UK Government aimed at bolstering the nation's resilience against terrorism. Named in honour of Martyn Hett, a victim of the Manchester Arena attack, it pays tribute not only to him but also to the resilience shown by the city of Manchester and campaigners like Figen Murray, Martyn's mother, who tirelessly advocated for improved security measures.

This proposed law will mandate public venues and spaces to enhance their security preparedness, acknowledging the ongoing and evolving threat of terrorism in the UK. It reflects a proactive approach to security and safety, aiming to offer better protection to the public.

Key aspects of Martyn's Law include a tiered model of compliance tailored to the capacity and activities of venues. For venues with a capacity of over 100 people, the law mandates simple measures such as staff training and the creation of preparedness plans. Larger venues accommodating more than 800 people face more stringent requirements, including conducting risk assessments and developing comprehensive security plans.

To ensure compliance, the government plans to establish an inspection and enforcement regime, supporting a cultural shift towards security and delivering fair sanctions for breaches. Additionally, statutory guidance and tailored support will be provided to assist venues in fulfilling their duties effectively. Venues can also access expert advice and training through ProtectUK, the online protective security hub.

Martyn's Law sets a precedent for legislative action against terrorism worldwide, highlighting the government's commitment to protecting the public and the collective responsibility of communities and businesses to enhance safety measures in public spaces.

Sample Online Certificate

View Full Size

Sample Classroom Certificate

View Full Size

Course Time Information

This course comes with 1.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 25 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.