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It takes under 3 minutes and gives an immediate awareness score with a next-step recommendation. This is not accredited training, legal advice or proof of compliance. For a detailed venue-specific assessment, use the [full Readiness Review](/martyns-law-readiness-review) instead. SPS supports venues across Hull, Leeds, Grimsby, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe, Lincoln and the wider Yorkshire and Lincolnshire region. Awareness check # Martyn’s Law Awareness Check A short, practical knowledge check covering role clarity, procedures, escalation, public-facing risk and operational readiness themes. This is not accredited training, legal advice or proof of compliance. [Take the full Readiness Review](/martyns-law-readiness-review)[Back to Martyn’s Law Readiness](/martyns-law-security-readiness) Answer all 9 questions for a simple awareness score and a practical next-step summary. Question 1 ## Which statement best describes stronger role clarity? Security staff help everywhere as needed with no set priority Primary, secondary and tertiary duties are mapped and understood Security duties are assumed rather than formally discussed Question 2 ## What is a common sign of role dilution? Protected time for patrol, challenge and incident response Officers regularly diverted into non-security tasks during busy periods Clear supervision and current briefing Question 3 ## What makes procedures more useful operationally? They are site-specific, current and understood by the people using them They exist somewhere, even if rarely reviewed They are generic and left to local interpretation Question 4 ## Which out-of-hours arrangement is usually stronger? An informal routine that depends on whoever is on shift A defined response model with escalation, lock-up and alarm ownership No clear ownership but a visible presence Question 5 ## How should visitor and access control be viewed? As an active part of the operating model, not just a front desk task As something that matters only when an incident already exists As separate from overall readiness Question 6 ## What does stronger escalation ownership look like? Staff know who makes decisions, who is informed and how issues move upward Escalation depends on who is confident enough to act Everyone handles issues in their own way Question 7 ## Where can mixed-role security models work well? In lower-complexity settings with mapped priorities and clear supervision In any environment as long as someone is visible Only when no reporting is expected Question 8 ## What is one purpose of reporting in a readiness model? To show that security activity is structured, evidenced and reviewed To create paperwork after issues happen To replace supervision Question 9 ## What is the best description of this awareness check? A light-touch knowledge check that points toward a fuller readiness review Formal accredited training Proof of compliance About SPS Security SPS Security is an SIA Approved Contractor (ACS), established in 1992, with a 24/7 control room in Hull. We provide practical security readiness support — not legal advice — to venues across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, including Hull, Grimsby, Leeds, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe and Lincoln. SIA Approved Contractor (ACS) since 2007 Established 1992 — over 30 years in the industry 24/7 control room in Hull with live escalation SIA-licensed officers — directly employed, not subcontracted ## How does this differ from the full Readiness Review? This awareness check is a **light-touch quiz** that tests general knowledge of protective security themes. It takes about 2 minutes, gives a simple score and points you toward next steps. It does not assess your venue's specific procedures, controls or compliance position. The [Martyn's Law Readiness Review](/martyns-law-readiness-review) is a **comprehensive venue-specific assessment** that evaluates your tier, procedures, physical security, staff training, documentation and out-of-hours resilience. It produces a detailed, personalised report with priority actions. Which should you use? - • **Use this awareness check** if you want a quick gauge of general understanding across your team - • **Use the full readiness review** if you want to assess your venue's actual compliance position and get a detailed action plan ## SPS Security services that support Martyn's Law readiness SPS Security is an SIA Approved Contractor (ACS), established in 1992, providing practical security across Hull, Grimsby, Leeds, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe, Lincoln and the wider Yorkshire and Lincolnshire region. Our services that directly support Martyn's Law readiness include [security guarding](/services/security-guarding), [mobile patrols](/services/mobile-patrols), [keyholding and alarm response](/services/keyholding-alarm-response) and [24/7 CCTV monitoring](/services/control-room). Return to the [Martyn's Law readiness hub](/martyns-law-security-readiness) for the full range of guidance and supporting articles, or [contact our team](/contact-us) to discuss a site-specific review. [Full Readiness Review](/martyns-law-readiness-review) [Martyn's Law Hub](/martyns-law-security-readiness)[Contact our team](/contact-us) FAQs ## Martyn's Law Awareness Check — FAQs ### What is the Martyn's Law Awareness Check? A free quiz covering nine questions on protective security themes — role clarity, procedures, escalation, visitor management and operational readiness. It takes under 3 minutes and gives a simple awareness score with a next-step recommendation. ### Is this an accredited training course? No. This is a light-touch knowledge check provided by SPS Security. It is not accredited training, not proof of compliance and not legal advice. ### How is this different from the Martyn's Law Readiness Review? The awareness check tests general knowledge of readiness themes in about 2 minutes. The Readiness Review is a comprehensive, venue-specific assessment covering tier, procedures, physical security, training, documentation and out-of-hours resilience, producing a detailed personalised report. ### Who should take the awareness check? Anyone involved in venue security, estates management, facilities, operations or health and safety — including schools, colleges, healthcare premises and public buildings. It is useful for gauging general awareness across a team before running the full readiness review. ### What happens after I complete the awareness check? You receive a score, an awareness level (stronger, developing or early-stage) and a practical next-step summary. We recommend following up with the full Readiness Review for a detailed assessment of your venue's readiness position. ### Is the awareness check suitable for schools and education sites? Yes. The questions cover general readiness themes — role clarity, procedures, escalation and reporting — that are relevant to schools, colleges, universities and other education settings. ### Can I use the results to show Martyn's Law compliance? No. The awareness check is a knowledge gauge only. It does not assess your venue's specific procedures, controls or compliance position. For a detailed assessment, use the full Martyn's Law Readiness Review. ### Does SPS Security provide readiness support in my area? SPS Security provides practical Martyn's Law readiness support across Hull, Grimsby, Leeds, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe, Lincoln and the wider Yorkshire and Lincolnshire region. Contact our team to discuss a site-specific review. 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