Hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) solutions are designed to protect the public as well as high-profile and high-risk locations. This encompasses targeted vehicle-as-a-weapon attacks, terrorism, vandalism, ramraids, and day-to-day accidents.
HVM protection is essential where pedestrian footfall is frequent as well as at Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sites. Key examples include: government buildings, embassies, workplaces, data centres, energy facilities, sporting and entertainment venues, and places of worship. Retail sites also utilise HVM systems to guard against ramraids.
Choosing the right solution depends on your perimeter. HVM bollards work well where pedestrian footfall remains a priority. Conversely, HVM barriers and roadblockers are more suited for military and government sites where extra security is required, or locations like airports and haulage firms where preventing theft is also key.
To help decide which Hostile Vehicle Mitigation measures you need, consider undertaking a Threat, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (TVRA) and a Vehicle Dynamics Assessment (VDA). The findings will help determine the most suitable product for your location, including the impact test level, install depth, and approach speeds it needs to withstand.