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Understanding Physical Security Standards: Hostile Mitigation



Protecting sites, assets, and public spaces from threats posed by criminals and terrorists requires a well-designed security scheme and reliable security equipment. Security standards exist to ensure the performance and reliability of these security measures. But what do these standards entail, and how do they differ? In this blog, we will discuss five major security standards you are likely to encounter when selecting products and designing a security scheme to mitigate threats from terrorists, intruders, or criminal attacks.


Key Security Standards & Specifications



PAS 68

PAS 68, a British Standards Institution (BSI) Publicly Available Specification (PAS), focuses on impact testing and rating of hostile vehicle mitigation products such as bollards, blockers, and barriers.






ISO 22343

Released in 2023, ISO 22343 is the latest physical security standard. It is divided into two parts: the first defines how the product is tested, and the second provides guidance on the product's installation.






IWA 14-1

Introduced in 2013, IWA 14-1 aims to harmonize the BSI PAS 68 specification with the American ASTM 2656 standard (not covered within this guide). It serves as an international crash test standard for testing vehicle security barriers.





PAS 170

PAS 170 focuses on low-speed impact testing using a trolley system as a test method. It addresses lower energy levels than PAS 68, IWA 14-1, and ISO 22343, accommodating accidental impacts and lower velocity attacks.




LPS 1175

LPS 1175 sets the standard for testing the resistance of a wide range of physical security products against physical attack and unauthorized access. ESCO provides a variety of bollards and barriers that have been physically impact-tested by internationally accredited testing agencies.



Our Commitment to Security Solutions

Our goal is to provide effective physical security solutions worldwide. From permanent to temporary installations, we offer one of the widest ranges of physical security products, featuring advanced technology in bollards, road blockers, and barriers in partnership with ATG Access.

When protecting critical infrastructure and people from sophisticated criminal and terrorist attacks, it is essential to trust that the employed security measures perform as required. Selecting the correct testing criteria when designing a security scheme ensures optimal threat mitigation.


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For help with designing a security solution or advice on high-security, impact-tested products, contact us at enquiry@colcom.in. We’re here to discuss and support your security solutions.

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