What Is an Emergency Action Plan?

An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is a documented set of procedures that outlines how personnel and visitors should respond to security incidents, including terrorist threats. Under Martin's Law (TPPA 2025), UK venues with a capacity of 100 or more persons are required to have proportionate measures in place to protect the public from acts of terrorism.

Our EAP service provides UK organisations with professionally developed, site-specific emergency procedures that satisfy the requirements of the Standard Tier and Enhanced Tier obligations under the Act.

Who This Service Is For

UK venues and premises with a capacity of 100+ persons
Retail centres, entertainment venues, hospitality businesses
Corporate offices, healthcare facilities, educational institutions
Public buildings, transport hubs, places of worship
Event organisers and multi-use premises operators

When Is This Service Required?

An Emergency Action Plan is a core requirement under the Standard Tier of Martin's Law for all premises meeting the capacity threshold. We recommend developing your EAP as early as possible to allow time for staff familiarisation, training, and integration with existing health and safety procedures before enforcement commences.

What This Service Covers

Evacuation Procedures: Clear routes, assembly points, and role assignments for controlled evacuation
Invacuation Procedures: Protocols for bringing people inside to a place of safety when external threats are identified
Lockdown Procedures: Systematic approach to securing the premises and sheltering in place
Communication Protocols: Internal alerting systems, staff communication chains, and liaison with emergency services
RUN-HIDE-TELL Integration: Incorporation of nationally recognised counter-terrorism guidance
Roles and Responsibilities: Designated personnel, deputies, and chain of command during incidents
Accessibility Considerations: Procedures for persons with reduced mobility or additional needs
Drill and Testing Schedule: Framework for regular exercising of the plan

Legal and Compliance Context

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly referred to as Martin's Law, imposes statutory duties on those responsible for qualifying public premises and events in the United Kingdom. The Act establishes two tiers of obligation:

Standard Tier (100–799 capacity): Requires public protection procedures including an Emergency Action Plan
Enhanced Tier (800+ capacity): Requires additional measures including risk assessments and security plans

Our Emergency Action Plans are developed in accordance with guidance issued by the Home Office and the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA). All plans are designed to demonstrate compliance with the statutory requirements and to support your organisation during any regulatory inspection or audit.

We operate lawfully and ethically, ensuring all documentation meets the standard expected by regulators, insurers, and enforcement bodies.

How the Service Is Delivered

1. Initial Consultation

We begin with a remote or on-site consultation to understand your premises, operations, capacity, and existing emergency arrangements. This allows us to scope the EAP appropriately.

2. Site Assessment

Where required, we conduct a walkthrough of the premises to identify entry/exit points, potential shelter areas, communication infrastructure, and any site-specific considerations.

3. Plan Development

We draft your Emergency Action Plan using a structured format that addresses all required elements. The plan is tailored to your specific premises and operational context.

4. Review and Handover

We present the draft plan to your designated responsible person, incorporate any feedback, and deliver the final version along with supporting documentation.

Outputs and Deliverables

Emergency Action Plan Document: Comprehensive, site-specific EAP in digital and print-ready format
Quick Reference Guides: Condensed action cards for staff displaying key procedures
Floor Plans: Annotated layouts showing evacuation routes, assembly points, and shelter locations
Communication Templates: Pre-drafted announcements for different incident scenarios
Drill Log Template: Documentation framework for recording exercises and testing
Compliance Evidence Pack: Supporting documentation for audit and inspection purposes

Who Typically Uses This Service

Facilities managers and building operators
Health and safety officers
Venue managers and event coordinators
School business managers and university estates teams
Retail operations directors
Hospitality and leisure venue owners
Property management companies
Local authorities and public sector premises managers

Emergency Action Plans (EAP)