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It covers tier assessment, security procedures, lockdown and invacuation plans, staff training, physical controls and documentation — and produces a personalised report showing strengths, gaps and practical next steps. The review takes 3–5 minutes online. This is practical security guidance, not legal advice or formal compliance sign-off. SPS supports venues across Hull, Leeds, Grimsby, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe, Lincoln and the wider Yorkshire and Lincolnshire region. [Martyn's Law Hub](/martyns-law-security-readiness)Martyn's Law Readiness Review Free readiness review # Martyn's Law Readiness Review This comprehensive readiness review gives venues a detailed picture of their current Martyn's Law compliance position. It is more thorough than our awareness check, covering tier assessment, procedures, physical security, staff training and documentation. Free · 3–5 minutes · practical guidance, not legal advice · provided by SPS Security ## What this review covers - Tier assessment — whether you are standard or enhanced tier - Procedure review — SOPs, lockdown, invacuation and escalation - Physical security assessment — entry points, CCTV, perimeter - Staff training status — awareness, briefing and capability - Documentation review — what is in place and what is missing ## What you receive on completion At the end of the review you will receive a personalised report outlining your current position and the specific steps you need to take. The report identifies strengths, gaps and priority actions in plain language. This review is provided free by SPS Security as part of our commitment to supporting better security across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. For venues that need hands-on support after completing the review, our team is available to help — from procedure development through to physical security guarding. Not ready for the full review? Start with our free [Martyn's Law Awareness Check](/martyns-law-awareness-check) instead. Operational readiness review Structured site assessment with guided scoring and practical outputs Step 0 of 9 Progress 0% Step 0 ## Martyn’s Law Readiness & Security Role Review A practical operational readiness review focused on security role clarity, procedures, supporting controls and signs of role dilution. Guided operational diagnostic Identify likely security delivery gaps Review role clarity and operating model design Highlight procedural readiness issues Spot where non-security duties may be diluting security focus Suggest practical next steps Shorter steps · operational review, not legal advice Start Review ← BackContinue Why venues across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire trust SPS Security SIA Approved Contractor (ACS) — held continuously since 2007 Established 1992 — over 30 years of practical security delivery 24/7 control room in Hull with live monitoring and escalation Regional coverage across Hull, Grimsby, Leeds, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe and Lincoln SIA-licensed officers — directly employed, not subcontracted Practical readiness support — not legal advice or compliance consultancy ## Who is this review suitable for? This review is designed for estates managers, facilities teams, operations leads, security managers and procurement officers responsible for public-facing venues. It is relevant for shopping centres, retail parks, education campuses, healthcare facilities, stadiums, public buildings, entertainment venues, mixed-use estates and any premises where members of the public have access. SPS Security provides practical Martyn's Law readiness support across Hull, East Yorkshire, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Doncaster, Sheffield, Leeds, York, Lincoln and the wider Yorkshire and Lincolnshire region. For a site-specific review carried out by an SPS security professional, [contact our team](/contact-us). Not sure whether the full review is right for you? Start with the lighter [Martyn's Law Awareness Check](/martyns-law-awareness-check) to gauge your current understanding, then come back here for the detailed assessment. ## SPS Security's broader Martyn's Law and security services SPS Security is an SIA Approved Contractor (ACS), established in 1992, providing practical security across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Our [security guarding](/services/security-guarding) service provides SIA-licensed officers trained in protective security. We also provide [mobile patrols](/services/mobile-patrols), [keyholding and alarm response](/services/keyholding-alarm-response) and [24/7 CCTV monitoring](/services/control-room) that directly support venue readiness. 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. [Book a Site-Specific Readiness Review](/contact-us) [Security Guarding](/services/security-guarding)[Mobile Patrols](/services/mobile-patrols)[Keyholding](/services/keyholding-alarm-response) FAQs ## Martyn's Law Readiness Review — FAQs ### What does the Martyn's Law Readiness Review cover? The review covers your venue's tier assessment (standard or enhanced), security procedures, lockdown and invacuation plans, staff training status, physical security controls (CCTV, access control, perimeter), visitor management, escalation routes and out-of-hours resilience. ### Who is the Martyn's Law Readiness Review for? The review is for any venue or organisation that wants to understand its current level of operational readiness for Martyn's Law. It is especially useful for site managers, facilities teams, estates managers, duty holders, education settings, healthcare premises and public-facing venues reviewing procedures, staffing and physical controls. ### How long does the review take? The online readiness review takes approximately 3–5 minutes to complete. You receive a personalised report immediately on completion. ### What do I receive at the end of the review? You receive a personalised report outlining your venue's current readiness position, key strengths, potential blind spots, an operational risk summary, priority actions, suggested next steps and recommended SPS support areas. ### Is the online readiness review free? Yes. The online review is free and provided by SPS Security as part of our commitment to supporting better security readiness across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. ### Is this legal compliance advice? No. SPS Security provides practical security readiness guidance — not legal advice or formal compliance sign-off. The review helps you identify gaps and prioritise improvements, which can then inform your own compliance planning. ### How is this different from the Martyn's Law Awareness Check? The Awareness Check is a 2-minute quiz that tests general knowledge of readiness themes. The Readiness Review is a comprehensive venue-specific assessment that evaluates your tier, procedures, physical security, staff training, documentation and out-of-hours resilience — and produces a detailed personalised report with priority actions. ### Does SPS provide on-site readiness reviews? Yes. SPS offers site-specific security reviews across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, covering Hull, Grimsby, Leeds, Doncaster, Sheffield, York, Scunthorpe and Lincoln. Contact the team to arrange a site visit. ### Can SPS Security help after I complete the review? Yes. SPS provides security guarding, mobile patrols, keyholding and alarm response, CCTV monitoring, procedure development and staff training to help venues implement the recommendations from their review. 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