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team, individuals and the whole site with a focus on the importance of effective health,
safety and integrity.
Question ñ What will be the impact of terrorism on the plantís security policies?
There are inherent risks associated with the operation of any oil and gas facility, these
include accidents. The plant will be designated as a major hazard facility and is required
to demonstrate that all safety risks are properly managed to low levels. For example,
Woodside has mature and rigorous processes in place to identify and manage these risks
to ensure that they are maintained at levels considered to be as low as reasonably
practicable.
Security risks are yet to be identified through preliminary and confirmation security risk
studies. Based on past examples though, major areas of industry concern have included:
� Unauthorised entry of persons and items into plant;
� Surveillance (from outside, or via internal penetration);
� Blockage of shipping channels.
Access to sites is through a controlled access point. This is to ensure the safety of those
inside the plant and outside. The exact proximity restrictions will depend upon the design
and layout of the plant and is based on risk assessments, computer modelling,
environmental and topographical inputs as well as industry best practise.
The security measures that will be employed will be based on the results of security risk
studies and will comply with security legislation. Other similar installations have seen the
use of security measures such as:
� Perimeter fencing and intrusion detection systems around the site and critical areas;
� Access control systems and procedures for vehicles and personnel;
� Closed circuit TV (CCTV) systems for site safety and security monitoring;
� On-site security guard force, for foot/vehicle patrol, as well as static post, first aid
and response duties;
� Visible and non-visible (infra-red) security lighting (latter used to reduce light spill);
� Emergency response plans - for response to security or hazard generated incidents;
� Exclusion zones around ship/shore interface areas (such as jetties);
� Buffer zones around secured areas of an onshore LNG facility; and
� Small patrol craft for water areas.
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Details of security measures employed are required to remain confidential.
Question ñ How will security personnel interact with members of the community?
Security personnel will only be responsible for the fenced areas within the Precinct and
the port area. Their role will be to manage access to the restricted area to ensure the
safety of people and the facilities.
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