2019 Midterm Elections Handbook

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE MANUAL
PNPM-PCRG-NSU-__-_-__
PRECAUTIONARY SECURITY MEASURES

FOR CANDIDATES TO ELECTIVE
POSITIONS
JANUARY 2019
PRECAUTIONARY SECURITY MEASURES FOR
CANDIDATES TO ELECTIVE POSITIONS
Police Community Relations Group

Camp BGen Rafael T Crame
Quezon City, Philippines
2019
PNPM-PCRG-NSU-__-__-__
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
DILG-NAPOLCOM Center, EDSA Cor. Quezon Avenue
West Triangle, Quezon City
MESSAGE
The upcoming 2019 Midterm Elections will once
again bring our voters to the polling places as they
exercise their right to suffrage. What poses as a big
challenge for the government is to foster an orderly and
peaceful election.
While the main task of ensuring peace and order

and public safety lies upon the shoulders of the Philippine
National Police (PNP), it still needs to get the full support
and cooperation of all sectors, including the candidates
themselves, to attain the ideal peaceful and orderly electoral process.
I therefore laud the PNP – Police Community Relations Group (PCRG)

for the publication of this Handbook on Precautionary Security Measures
for Candidates to Elective Positions which can serve as an effective
personal safety guide for those who might be exposed to the different types of
election – related threats. This valuable tool could also remind candidates of
not falling into complacency and to be always aware of their personal safety
and security as they start campaigning during the election season.
This handbook is a testament of the PNP’s commitment to ensure that

the upcoming elections will be peaceful, orderly, and safe.
I enjoin all candidates and their security teams to consider this handbook
as a useful and timely reference.
Congratulations to the PNP on the publication of this handbook.
Mabuhay po kayo!
EDUARDO M AÑO
Secretary
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Republic of the Philippines

COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS
Intramuros, Manila
Office of Chairman Sheriff M. Abas
MESSAGE
It is to say that the purpose of every election is the
determination of the sovereign will of a nation. With that
comes the constitutional mandate of the Commission on
Elections to safeguard the supreme voice of the Filipino
people.
To ensure that the said Constitutional mandate

is achieved, the COMELEC has established strong
continuing partnerships with various government offices
and law enforcement agencies, such as the Philippine National Police (PNP).
This strong partnership has resulted to the peaceful and orderly conduct of
elections in the country. In fact, we were able to achieve zero (0) failure of
elections in the recently concluded 2018 Barangay and SK Elections.
The PNP’s determination and commitment to maintain peace and

order and to ensure the safe and secure conduct of elections is manifested
in the publication of this Handbook on Precautionary Security Measures
for Candidates to Elective Positions as it provides aspiring officials with the
essential guidelines that are imperative to their safety and security.
On behalf of the COMELEC, I commend the PNP for this initiative

and for their dedication to uphold their duty and responsibility to the Filipino
people. I am also urging the public to remain vigilant during the election
period and to fully support our Philippine National Police, as well as other law
enforcement agencies, in ensuring a peaceful, orderly, and secure elections.
SHERIFF M ABAS
Chairman
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NATIONAL POLICE COMMISSION
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF, PNP
Camp Crame, Quezon City
MESSAGE
“An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of
cure” - this old adage is truly the fitting purpose for the
creation of this Handbook on Precautionary Security
Measures for Candidates to Elective Positions as a
means of imparting knowledge to ensure a secured and
peaceful conduct of 2019 national and local midterm
elections.
The Philippine National Police as mandated by the

law to serve and protect crafted this handbook to equip
all candidates, their families and the public with extensive
information and detailed precautionary measures that will guide them in
ensuring their safety as they go about their day to day activities.
I urge the candidates and the public to read, internalize and follow the
provisions in the handbook and to support the PNP’s efforts to minimize, if
not prevent the occurrence of election related incidents.
I am calling all PNP men and women in uniform of the PNP to

strengthen their resolve in doing what is right in accordance to their sworn
duties and responsibilities in upholding the rule of law in upholding peace
and order and public safety.
A peaceful election is a shared responsibility of law enforcement

agencies and individuals involved therein. Let us work hand in hand in
guaranteeing a credible, fair, safe and honest midterm elections 2019.
OSCAR D ALBAYALDE
Police Director General
Chief, PNP
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NATIONAL POLICE COMMISSION
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS PHILIPPINE NATIONALPOLICE
DIRECTORATE FOR POLICE COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Camp BGen Rafael T Crame, Quezon City
MESSAGE
The 2018 Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE)
is considered as generally peaceful and more credible
because for the first time in history there was no “failure
of election” declared in any place/area in the country as
pronounced by COMELEC. Further, the proclamation of
winning candidates after two days from the conduct of the
said election was a first in Philippine history. There was
also a remarkable downtrend in the number of election-
related incidents compared to previous elections based
on data provided by the Directorate for Operations.
This success now serves as the standard which the Philippine National
Police seeks to achieve, if not surpass, for the 2019 Midterm Elections. The
creation of the PNP Security Task Force (STF) for 2019 Midterm Elections
aims to intensify PNP’s efforts to ensure the conduct of a peaceful election.
Moreover, the production of this Handbook on Precautionary Security
Measures for Candidates to Elective Positions is a strong demonstration of
our commitment to realize our goals.
While safety tips are intended to arm and empower candidates, more
efforts remain in the hands of the candidates to take paramount precaution
because “Personal security is a personal concern.”
It is hoped that the use of this Handbook can be maximized by the

candidates and the law enforcers, and that each provision be implemented
by heart for a safer and peaceful 2019 midterm elections.
EDUARDO SERAPIO M GARADO

Police Director
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRELIMINARY PAGES
SILG’s Message i
COMELEC Chairman’s Message ii
CPNP’s Message iii
TDPCR’s Message
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1
CHAPTER 2 PNP SECURITY TASK FORCE 2019 6
MIDTERM ELECTIONS
CHAPTER 3 SCOPE AND LIMITATION 10

CHAPTER 4 PREDICTABILITY: YOUR GREATEST 12
ENEMY
CHAPTER 5 PRACTICAL TIPS AND

MEASURES FOR PERSONAL SECURITY
Section 5-1 – General 14
CHAPTER 6 THREAT DETECTION AND THREAT
ASSESSMENT
Section 6-1 – Threat Detection 19
Section 6-2 – Threat Assessment 21
CHAPTER 7 SURVEILLANCE DETECTION
Section 7-1 – Surveillance 22
Section 7-2 – Counter-Surveillance 23
Section 7-3 – Detection and Identification 24
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CHAPTER 8 PERSONAL SECURITY 28
CHAPTER 9 HOME/RESIDENCE SECURITY 31
CHAPTER 10 VEHICLE SECURITY 38
CHAPTER 11 TRAVEL SECURITY 42
CHAPTER 12 WORKPLACE SECURITY 51
CHAPTER 13 TELEPHONE THREATS

AND TEXT THREATS
Section 13-1 – General Guidelines 53
Section 13-2 – Telephone Threat Calls 53
Section 13-3 – Threats Through Text Messages 57
CHAPTER 14 DELIVERIES AND MAIL BOMBS 62
CHAPTER 15 SECURITY IN RELATION

TO CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES
Section 15-1 – Staff Security Awareness 66
Section 15-2 – Profiling Offenders 67
Section 15-3 – House-to-House Visitations 68
Section 15-4 – Miting de Avance 69
Section 15-5 – Motorcades 70
Section 15-6 – Social Functions 72
Section 15-7 – Attending Fora, Speaking 74
Engagements and Personal Interactions
CHAPTER 16 SECURITY AFTER ELECTIONS 76
CHAPTER 17 CONCLUSION 77
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CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
Philippine elections is considered a crucial time

where the people exercise their sovereign right to
suffrage in installing the leaders who will lead the
nation. While elections is an essential part of a vibrant
democracy, it is a period like no other. It is during this
time that political rivalries escalate and even result to
armed confrontations.
The country will hold its midterm National and

Local Elections on May 13, 2019, wherein the seats
of 12 senators elected in 2013 are to be filled in.
Winners in this election will join the 12 senators
elected in the 2016 National and Local Elections
to form the 18th Congress of the Philippines. This
election will also cater to the members of the House
of Representatives, Governors, Vice-Governors, and
members of the Sangguniang Panlalwigan, Mayors,
Vice-Mayors and members of the Sangguniang
Bayan.
Political strife and conflict are at their all-time

high during the election period, which, pursuant to
COMELEC Resolution No. 10429 is from January 13,
2019 (Sunday) to June 12, 2019 (Wednesday).
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As the Constitutionally-mandated entity to
oversee and supervise the elections, the Commission
on Elections deputized the Armed Forces of the
Philippines and the Philippine National Police. As the
premier law enforcement agency, PNP is likewise
mandated by law to serve and protect, and during the
election period, assist the COMELEC in ensuring the
conduct of an orderly and peaceful election.
Based on historical data, previous elections

however were characterized by intense partisan
political rivalries that resulted to violent incidents. But
the 2016 elections was described as more credible,
while the 2018 Barangay and Sanggunian Kabataan
Elections (BSKE) was described as generally
peaceful and orderly. This now proved the evolution
of elections situations in our country from chaotic to
peaceful. This is being supported by official records
which show the significant downtrend in election-
related incidents (ERIs), from 178 in 2007; 166 in
2010; 109 in 2013; 90 in 2016; and 29 in 2018.
COMELEC had acknowledged the role of PNP in

the attainment of a peaceful 2016 Elections. For the
first time in the history of the Philippines, no failure of
elections was declared in the entire country. It was
also the first time that 100% of the winners were
declared immediately. Further, the electorate restored
its trust and and conficence in the electoral system.
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In order to sustain , if not surpass , the success
of the 2018 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan
Elections (BSKE), the PNP intensifies and sustains
law enforcement, security and public safety
operations, before, during and after the elections; and
has adopted the concept of 5Ps (Predict, Prevent,
Prepare, Perform, and Post-action and Assessment)
of crisis management in the implementation of
security and safety coverage of the 2019 Midterm
Elections, anchored on the concept of Inter-Agency
Coordination to foster inter-operability with LGUs,
other concerned government agencies, NGOs,
private organizations, and other volunteer groups.
The police, however, can never secure every

single citizen every minute of the day. But studies
suggest that some of the deaths brought about by
assassins could have been prevented if a few basic
precautions have been followed. It is for this reason
that PNP has launched this effort to lay down crucial
points and reminders on how election candidates can
better protect themselves and their families.
The successful security and safety coverage

of the 2019 Midterm Elections lies on an early
preparation, considering the existing risks and
threats in the local communities. Moreover, PNP in
coordination with the COMELEC, AFP, and other law
enforcement agencies, shall maximize the support of
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all key election stakeholders and ensure the holding
of a credible, fair and peaceful national and local
Midterm Elections in May 2019.”
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CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES
May 13, 2019 Midterm Elections
October 11, 12, 15, 16 & 17, 2018:

Filing of Certificate of Candicacy (COC)
January 13 - June 12, 2019:

Election Period & Gun Ban
February 12 - May 11, 2019:

Campaign Period for Candidates for Senator and
Party-List Group
March 29 - May 11, 2019:

Campaign period for members of the House of
Representatives and regional, provincial, city and
municipal officials
May 12 & 13, 2019:

Liquor Ban
May 13, 2019:

Election Day
June 12, 2019:

Last Day to File Statement of Contributions and
Expenditures (SOCE)
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CHAPTER 2
PNP SECURITY TASK FORCE 2019 MIDTERM

ELECTIONS
The National Midterm Elections will be held

on May 13, 2019, and as in previous elections, the
Commission on Elections (COMELEC) deputized
PNP and other law enforcement agencies in ensuring
orderly and peaceful elections.
Thus, PNP activated Security Task Force (STF)

2019 Midterm Elections to ensure credible, orderly
and peaceful elections on May 13, 2019. STF 2019
Midterm Elections provides strategic direction to
and supervision of all police operations, and the
creation of provisional units from the national down
to provincial levels to foster coordination and address
election challenges.
In pursuit to the goal for a successful 2019

elections, PNP conducts focused and sustained
police operations. Part of the preparations of PNP
is the intensified internal security operations to
protect candidates, their families, their followers; and
economic key points and the adoption of the concept
of 5Ps (Predict, Prevent, Prepare, Perform, and Post-
action and Assessment) of crisis management, hence,
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the crafting of the Handbook on Precautionary
Security Measures for Candidates to Elective
Positions.
The PNP Handbook on Precautionary Security

Measures for Candidates to Elective Positions, among
others, is anchored to the basic dictum that Personal
security is a personal concern. This Handbook
contains measures intended to protect election
candidates from commonly-employed attacks.
The Handbook includes the DOs and DON’Ts that
candidates and their family members can do to help
protect themselves not only from possible assailants,
but also from other common crimes that may put their
lives at risk. This also includes techniques on how to
recognize vulnerable situations and the measures to
take when faced with one.
The Handbook on Precautionary Security

Measures for Candidates to Elective Positions is
designed to orient and educate election candidates
on the possible threats against their lives and the
measures to be undertaken to minimize or manage
those threats. It is intended to counteract the
drawbacks brought about by predictability, and form
“concentric rings of protection” around the candidate
who may be a possible target. The Handbook focuses
on the following:
1) The target’s residence and environs - as
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the weakest point of security;
2) The target’s place of work; and
3) The target’s movements.
Most importantly, it also focuses on improved

communications between candidates and their family
members on one hand, and the local PNP on the
other.
This Handbook is designed to protect the

candidate at home and at work. But it will never be
effective if the candidate will not cooperate for his
own safety and protection. Actually, the candidate is
the key player.
The candidate’s dependents are, likewise,

important for his security and their security. He
is oftentimes at home only in the evenings and
weekends, and his dependents generally know more
about what is going on in his neighborhood than he
does. The candidate must impress upon his family to
immediately report to him or to the local police any
suspicious activity or person in the vicinity. These
reports, while seemingly meaningless on their own,
could indicate a significantly dangerous situation
when combined with other information of which he
may not be aware of. Should such a situation develop,
he should be the first one to know about it.
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Candidates can immediatey coordinate/report
any suspicious person/activity to the Commanders of
the nearest police station in your area. It is advised
that such matters be referred by the candidate to
his provincial/city police office’s Director or his
Intelligence Officer. Hence, it is recommended to
get the hotline numbers of the nearest police station
in your area for any eventuality that may arise.
Candidates can ask/request police assistance

for area security in their engagements (miting de
avance, etc.) as preemptive measure, especially in
high-risk areas.
Candidates, candidates’ families and their friends

are reminded to be responsible in using the social
media and avoid posting their itineraries and activities
that may compromise their security.
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CHAPTER 3
SCOPE AND LIMITATION
Precautions described herein are the same as

those we all have to practice to protect ourselves
against crime and violence in the streets and in
our homes. The significant additional precautions
included are intended to protect the candidate
against the type of attacks most commonly employed.
The special precautions are tailored to the method of
operation of assassins.
Although security is of universal application,

some situations have to be revised to meet local
conditions and a few may no longer apply to a given/
particular situation.
At the outset, it is imperative to state that the

advice outlined in the Handbook should serve as
a GUIDE only. No one is more concerned with the
protection of your life and property than YOU are.
Therefore, the greater the effort you put into the task,
the greater will be the degree of your safety.
Moreover, the precautions required in a given

situation would depend mostly on several factors.
It is impossible to stay on full alert on a twenty-
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four hour basis. It is, therefore, necessary to gear
one’s precautions to the possibility of an attack. For
example, some people are vulnerable when opening
doors to visitors; when preparing to drive off their cars
or motorcycles; or at times when one’s movements
can be anticipated.
It is, therefore, important to recognize situations

you may not always be able to avoid. YOU SHOULD
NEVER BE TAKEN ENTIRELY BY SURPRISE.
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CHAPTER 4
PREDICTABILITY: YOUR GREATEST ENEMY
Human beings are creatures of habit. Our lives

run in cycles and follow a set of routine activities. The
19th century work ethics insist that one must have a
time-clock mentality. The cycles of our lives, being
predictable, eliminate a great deal of decision-making
which will otherwise cause stress, which in turn,
adversely affect our mental and physical stability.
Any significant, necessary and permanent change
in our life cycles, while initially creating stress, can
be eventually surmounted by new life-cycles created
by change. Unfortunately, the threat attack forces us
to dramatically alter our cycles if only to significantly
reduce the risk to lives. One must be conscious/
aware of the predictability of how easily one can be
identified as a target.
There are, of course, significant constraints in

our efforts to be unpredictable. We have to live in the
same place, we generally have to work in the same
place, and we have to go to meetings or make some
deliveries within time frames which are imposed upon
us by tradition, culture, practice and others. But one
can also take steps to compensate for the drawbacks
of necessary predictability as a consideration in
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selecting a target and measures the individual can
take to enhance his personal security.
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CHAPTER 5
PRACTICAL TIPS AND MEASURES FOR

PERSONAL SECURITY
Section 5-1- GENERAL

In the previous Sections, we have shown
vulnerability as a target. If the target is assessed as
too difficult to hit, the assassin may call off the plan.
This also applies to the common thief or burglar.
The following chapters list some DOs and DON’Ts
designed to defeat the bad guys by making YOU,
your home and office, “too difficult a target to hit”.
5.1 BE SMART AND BE SAFE
Real life isn’t like the movies where dangerous

situations always come with omnibus background
music to warn us that something is going to happen.
Chances are, you won’t be seeking out shady side
streets for midnight strolls either. But the truth is,
crimes do not just happen in places that look or
feel dangerous. While some places do have higher
crime rates than others, crimes can, and do happen,
regardless of time and place.
The last thing you want to worry about is what to

do if you’re attacked. But though it might be scary, the
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possibility of becoming a target of a crime is very real.
Fortunately, there are few things that you can do to
reduce your chances in becoming a victim.
a. Trust Your instincts
You might dismiss an uneasy feeling as paranoia.

But when it comes to personal safety, a little of
paranoia can be a good thing. If you feel like someone
is following you, you should quickly change your
route and find a safe place. If you feel uncomfortable
with your surroundings, do not hesitate. It is probably
time to leave.
When it comes to protecting yourself from

danger, it’s typically good to trust your instincts. A
great deal of what we learn is stored in our conscious
mind. If you get a feeling about something such as
danger, the unconscious part of your brain might be
picking up on something that your conscious mind
hasn’t noticed. It might also be making connections
to previous experiences or learning. If your instincts
are telling you to get out, that’s a warning you must
not ignore.
b. Be aware
One of the best ways to protect yourself is to be

aware of your surrounding seven in places you think
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you know well. When you enter a new area, the first
thing you should do is survey your surroundings. Pay
attention to people acting unusual or moving towards
your direction. If anybody around you makes you feel
uncomfortable or nervous, this can be a big sign that
something is not right and that it is time to leave.
It’s difficult to be aware of what’s going on around

you if you’re talking or texting, or playing games on
your cell phone or tablet, or listening to music through
headphones. You’ll only be distracted and you’ll be
a prime target for violence. Assassins usually target
who are preoccupied with a phone or lots of bags, or
fumbling for keys or dealing with children.
Just as important as staying alert is looking alert.

Walk confidently and constantly look around you. If
criminals know you’re paying attention, they might
think twice about coming after you.
c. Be Discreet
Being discreet means guarding your personal

information. It is important that you keep information
on where you’re going and what you’re doing under
wraps. Don’t talk on your cell phones in public places.
Don’t advertise where you’re going or what you’ll be
doing because you never know who is listening.
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d. Be Prepared
Before going somewhere, be prepared by

planning your route so you won’t get lost or have to
ask for directions. Note safe places to stop along the
way, such as groceries, stores, police stations or fire
stations. When choosing a route, avoid unfamiliar
residential areas, alleys and places with poor lighting.
Stick to main roads and in areas where there will be
plenty of people.
When walking to your car or house, you can also

be prepared by having your keys out and ready. If
you have a cell phone, make sure to always have
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it charged, turned on, and with you. Store a few
emergency numbers to be able to speed dial in case
you need to quickly call someone for help.
Lastly, being prepared means knowing what to

do if you are attacked. Learning a few self-defense
moves can be very helpful ─ it will also help you feel
more secure when you’re out and about.
e. Travel in Groups
One of the best ways to protect yourself from

crime or violence is to make sure you’re not alone.
Whenever possible, stick with other people. Assassins
are more likely to target people who are alone than
those who are with companions.
If you need to move within a short distance by

yourself, such as from the mall to your car, ask a
security guard or police officer to escort you, especially
if it’s dark or you’re carrying a lot of bags/things.
If you have a larger distance to cover, stick to

well-lit, well travelled areas where there are lots of
other people. In other words, avoid alleys and side
streets that are dark, empty and unfamiliar. The more
people around, the greater the chances of getting
someone’s attention if you need help.
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CHAPTER 6
THREAT DETECTION AND THREAT

ASSESSMENT
Section 6-1 – Threat Detection

Threat detection operation is in reality being
performed by highly trained police security personnel.
However, in this Handbook , you will be oriented
on threat detection as you are the key player ─ the
target. As the target, it is rational and logical that it is
you who can provide details of the circumstances of
threat, and in order to support the conduct of threat
assessment which would be facilitated by the police.
Bear in mind that you are not an expert in threat
detection. But this Handbook will definitely help in
identifying probable threats against you.
The single most important element of threat

detection is the accurate threat profile (identification
of the threat) and other details surrounding the
threat. This will be useful eventually in the conduct of
assessment on what type of attack will be employed by
the assassins. With an accurate and up-to-date threat
profile in hand, the operation is easily configured to
meet the prevailing threats.
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Here are some measures that will aid you in
detecting threats as an election candidate.
DOs
1. In your routine work, always make an
assessment of persons capable of extending
harm to an individual in terms of resources
and manpower.
2. Write down details of any suspicious action/s,
or person/s you have observed or noticed.
Notes help us remember what had transpired
in our observation.
3. Refer to your family members, colleagues
or bodyguards if you suspect or observe a
person conducting surveillance on you.
4. Consider also your personal dealings as
possible sources for someone to harm you or
your family.
5. Advise your family and the neighborhood to
report to you any person asking details about
you. Ask them to write down details of the
person and other pertinent information.
6. Educate your family members, household
personnel and colleagues on security
awareness.
DON’Ts
1. Don’t trust your memory. Write down
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immediately your observations, especially on
the 5 Ws & 1H (Who, What, When, Where,
Why and How).
2. Don’t play the role of a secret agent or a
detective. If you see someone conducting
surveillance on you, observe him, look at him
in the eyes, if possible, let him know that you
saw him soyou will remember him the next
time you meet. Write down the details.
3. Don’t accost or confront the individual
conducting surveillance on you. He might
already be the assassin and that would only
give him the opportunity to kill or harm you.
4. Don’t take for granted any threat as it may
cost you your life and/or that of your family.
5. Don’t try to handle any situation by yourself,
always consult and refer to your bodyguards
and eventually, to the police.
Section 6-2 – Threat assessment

Threat assessment is a research-based
process designed to help security individuals and
the police distinguish between what is real threat and
what may only appear to be a threat. This assessment
is generally performed by a trained police security/
intelligence officer to help election candidates in
identifying/ascertaining if there is an actual threat on
their lives.
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The conduct of threat assessment separates
likely threats from perceived (conceivable) or even
imagined (irrational) ones. Based on the information
you have noted in the threat detection phase, the
police (PNP Intelligence Officer or the PD/CD of
your locality) will now be able to consider the threat,
the possible identity as to who is trying to harm you,
and the risk that will entail in warranting protective
response or threat management planning by PNP.
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CHAPTER 7
SURVEILLANCE DETECTION
Section 7-1 – Surveillance

Surveillance, which comes from the French word
“watching over”, is the monitoring of the behavior,
activities, or other changing information, usually of
people and often in a surreptitious manner. Assassins
always conduct extensive surveillance prior to an
attack in order to establish routine, and evaluate your
security consciousness. Your points or vulnerability
are being determined by the assassins during pre-
attack surveillance which may include your: 1) place
of work. 2) residence, 3) the place where you
frequently travel, 4) the vehicles you often use,
and 5) places where campaign activities are
conducted. Generally, it is also intended to be the
actual assault/attack on the potential target.
Area familiarization of the environment will

greatly help in determining where surveillance may
be situated or will commence, and will consequently
aid in detection. It will also assist in allowing you
to concentrate on your observations rather than
directions and navigations. It will further enable you
to make use of natural conditions and factors that will
increase your ability to detect a surveillance presence.
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Section 7-2 – Counter Surveillance
Counter-surveillance is the practice of avoiding
surveillance or making surveillance difficult.
Your best chance of avoiding a serious incident

is to spot pre-attack surveillance. The surveillance
team of the assassin may not be as professional
as the assassin’s team, and they may commit
several common mistakes that could be noticed
by you, specially at the “surveillance pick-up
point” (commencement of the surveillance). Their
movements or actions can be correlated to your
movements or actions. The surveillance team is
usually too intent on not losing sight of you to realize
they are attracting your attention.
Usually, after sensing the presence of surveillance,

counter-actions are made against surveillance. But
for election candidates, we will focus on the detection
of surveillance and the identification of people and
vehicles used by the assassin’s team.
Remember, your goal is to avoid an incident. If

you can spot the surveillance, you have an opportunity
to either feed them false information or send them the
message that they have been detected. Report the
matter immediately to the police.
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Section 7-3 – Detection and Identification
Detecting surveillance requires a fairly constant
state of alertness, and therefore, must become a
habit. A good sense of what is normal and what
is unusual in your surroundings could be more
important than any other type of security precaution
you may take. Watch for indications of surveillance
tradecraft, or actions that may appear unusual or out
of place. Above all, do not hesitate to report any
unusual event.
It is important also to have some idea of where

to look, as well as what to look for. Placing yourself
in the shoes of a surveillant, constantly asking the
question “if I was doing surveillance on me, where
would I be?” will help to identify likely locations of
a surveillance presence. Normally, existence of
surveillance means you are not in danger of being
attacked. The following techniques can be used either
on foot, or in a vehicle:
DOs
1. Immediately determine any identifying data
that you can observe unobtrusively. For
example: make and color of vehicle, license
number, number of occupants, if they are
armed or not, etc.
2. Consider deviating from your route slightly
in an apparent normal manner in order to
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verify if you are being followed. You are not
an intelligence operative, so do not worry
about letting the surveillant/s know that you
are aware or suspicious of their presence.
3. Stopping with the purpose as stated above
during foot or travel will allow you to have
a logical eyeball vantage point and raise
your awareness. Surveillance will stop with
you and move on with you, giving you the
opportunity to identify this activity.
4. Watch for the surveillance member to risk
a last glance over his shoulder towards you
before moving out of sight. Let him know that
you have seen him following you.
5. You may seek assistance from a companion
travelling with you to also verify your
observations on the possible presence of
surveillance.
6. The use of mirrors in any establishment
windows can be helpful in watching out for
activities and movements behind you. These
will often allow you to see a potential eyeball
position also. Stop or look for a temporary
eyeball position.
7. If you feel you are in danger, immediately
drive to the nearest safe area (places where
there are armed guards, such as banks,
pawnshops or police stations, or where there
are plenty of people who could identify the
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attackers). Do not drive to your home. You
may only be providing them a better place of
attack. Be alert for slow-moving motorcycles
as these could be attempts to slow your
vehicle. Drive around them at the first
opportunity.
8. If you have communication gadgets/facilities
in the vehicle, notify authorities that you
are under surveillance: give your location,
the direction of travel, identifying data of
suspected surveillant(s) and your intentions.
If you do not have radio or cell phone
communications, notify police authorities or
family members/security officer as soon as
you arrive at your destination.
DON’Ts
1. Do not attempt to stop or take other actions
to force a confrontation with the person(s)
conducting the surveillance. The pre-attack
surveillance you’re thinking may already be
the real or attack phase.
2. Do not use other actions to evade surveillance
as they have the potential of placing you at
additional risks.
3. Do not panic as you might raise the
heightened state of alarm, thereby forgetting
all the necessary information and what to do
in this situation which will not be helpful in the
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conduct of threat assessment by the police.
Counter-surveillance is making surveillance
difficult for the assassins, specially in the pre-attack
surveillance phase. When counter-surveillance is
applied effectively, it becomes too difficult to predict
the target’s activities which will eventually cause the
assassin’s/assasins’ activities either to be delayed,
called-off or probably be compromised, leading to
their arrest by the police.
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CHAPTER 8
PERSONAL SECURITY
The main objective of this Handbook is

geared towards developing the necessary security
consciousness among elections candidates, their
families, household personnel and colleagues, in
the interest of the preservation of their personal well-
being. The following are the Dos and Don’ts you can
personally employ to make yourself a “very difficult
target”.
DOs
1. Be alert to the suspicious conduct of persons
around you or in the vicinity of your home and
office.
2. Be sensitive to areas of threat arising from your
personal, as well as official circumstances.
Inform members of your family, household
personnel and colleagues on who should
properly be aware of the situation, and, if
appropriate, inform the police.
3. Remember that an attack will only succeed if
you are caught unaware. A potential attacker
who can see that you and your family are
on your guard will be forced to stop and
think, however briefly, thereby increasing
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your chances of taking evasive action or
summoning assistance.
4. Call for assistance at the first sign that
something unusual has happened or is about
to happen, by any means readily available,
such as calling for help, sounding the motor
horn or blowing a whistle. If you are unable
to do these yourself, your family or friends
should be prepared to raise the alarm on their
own initiative at the first sign that anything is
amiss.
5. Remember that raising an alarm can
effectively hinder an attacker from pressing
his attack.
6. Remember that members of your family,
whether or not sharing your official functions,
may at anytime become the target of the
potential attacker and, in general, these safety
measures are equally regarded applicable to
them.
7. It may be appropriate and useful to inform
your trusted neighbor when you plan to go
out of town for a period of days.
DON’Ts
1. Do not establish observable patterns of
behavior which would enable a potential
attacker to:
a) Predict your future movements;
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b) Construct a plan based on it;
c) Intercept you on it; and
d) Isolate you from effective assistance.
2. Do not conduct a transaction, except:
a) With properly accredited persons;
b) In place of business during the
prescribed hours; and
c) In the presence of a colleague or
member of your family, or other
trusted person who is able to give or
summon assistance.
3. Do not stay overnight in conditions which
isolate you from persons who are able to give
or summon assistance.
Additional Personal Security Precautions

1. Use the office as your mailing address.
2. You are requested to alert your Security Officer
of any incident you may have observed which
you find suspicious.
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CHAPTER 9
HOME/RESIDENCE SECURITY
Residential security is a critical component of any

personal security program. The following guidelines
must be observed for your home security.
DOs
1. Control the keys to your residence. Refrain
from giving your key to others. If you do give
your domestic help a key, limit it to the key
for the secondary lock. Make sure you have
a secondary lock or interior bolt on your door
to ensure proper control when you are inside
your residence. Immediately have the lock
cylinder changed on any lock should you
misplace or lose a key. Fix locks to outer
doors. Exterior doors should ideally be of
solid construction, and should be covered
with blinds or curtains. Know where you keep
door keys. Use strong door chains/bars on
outer doors/gates.
2. Make sure all windows and doors are
closed and locked before you retire for the
evening. Close all drapes. Fix window locks
on windows to which access can be obtained
easily, especially those hidden from the view
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of passers-by. Any opening windows not
normally used can be permanently secured
by screwing the window to the frame.
3. During the day, keep all doors locked, even
though you or your domestic helper are inside
the residence. Instruct your help to lock the
door each time they vacate the residence
for any chore that will take more than a few
minutes to complete. Check visitors before
opening the door through “peephole”, or if
possible, by means of the adjacent window.
Make sure all repairmen are expected
and properly identified before you or your
household let them in.
4. If you leave your residence unoccupied
during the evening hours, turn on lights to
make it appear someone is home. Leave a
radio playing. Remember to vary number
and location of lights you leave on. Light
the approaches to your house and garage
with exterior lights placed out of reach. See
that this lighting is regularly used. Leave a
“courtesy” light on in the area of the front door
during the hours of darkness. Always have
reserved lighting equipment on hand such as
flashlights, candles or hand lamps. Consider
the use of other forms of security lighting for
use in emergencies or when suspicion is
aroused. Lights in place in strategic points
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make it difficult for would-be assailants to
hide in the shadows.
5. If you intend to leave your home for more than
twenty-four hours, have a friend or neighbor
check your residence daily at irregular times.
They should make sure the residence is
secure, and that hall and interior lights are
on before dark. If you permit your help in the
residence during such periods of absence,
instruct them to turn the lights on and off.
6. Know where all family members are at all
times.
7. Instruct all family members, including children,
on the proper use of the telephone. Post
emergency numbers in/by each telephone.
8. Keep all adequate stocks or first-aid supplies
on hand.
9. If an accident occurs in the vicinity of your
residence, do not immediately run to the
window or to your house. Use caution when
viewing the exterior area of your residence.
At night, make sure all lights are off in the
room.
10. Use extreme caution if unsolicited package
is delivered to your residence. Call the local
police immediately if you are suspicious of a
package or item found in the vicinity of your
residence. Stay at least two hundred yards
away from the suspicious item and take
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cover.
11. Report any unusual unattended or suspected
abandoned vehicles to the local police.
The same thing is true of any suspicious
individual/s.
12. Know your neighbors. Develop a rapport with
them and offer to keep an eye on each other’s
homes, especially during trips. Always check
individuals doing nothing within the premises/
vicinity of your residence.
13. Report any unusual incident or activity that
may occur in your neighborhood, no matter
how insignificant it may seem. Through such
a reporting, the local police can evaluate
and possibly predict areas where criminal
activities may occur and enlist the aid of the
local Barangay authorities to prevent them.
14. Install an alarm system. There are affordable
systems available at your hardware stores.
Please ensure that you are familiar with its
operation and use.
15. Keep boundary fences in good repair. It
should be difficult to see into rooms which are
most often used.
16. Remove or trim shrubs near your house,
particularly near paths and driveways to
make concealment of persons or devices
difficult.
17. Treat late callers/visitors, whether known or
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unknown, with great suspicion.
18. Know your helper. Let them fill up Personal
History Statement (PHS) or other similar
forms with latest picture (if possible take
their photos yourself). This will serve as
deterrent for those who have devious plans.
Be cautious of walk-in helpers dropping
names of an acquaintance who are not
readily available for consultation. Check their
previous employment.
19. Consider keeping a dog. A barking dog will
warn you of the presence of strangers.
20. Prepare an action plan in case of intrusion or
fire.
21. Proactively notify or inform in advance your
family member/household aide of your arrival
so that the gate may be opened for you “just
in time” and ensure the quick opening and
closing of the gate for proper car parking.
22. Whenever possible or when your resources
permit, it is highly recommended that
functional CCTVs or IP cameras be installed
in the perimeter or strategic locations of your
residence. Make sure that the DVR can
record at least 30 days data prior to automatic
deletion.
DON’Ts
1. Do not hesitate to call for help at the first signs
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of anything suspicious. Do not enter your
residence if you know or suspect an intruder
is inside. Proceed immediately to neighbor’s
residence and call the police for assistance.
2. Don’t answer the door automatically – check
who is there first. Do not open the door.
If suspicious of any caller, call for help.
Discourage children from answering the
door. Do not unlock or open the door until
you have satisfactorily identified the visitor.
Instruct your household personnel to do the
same.
3. Do not advertise to a potential thief. Never
leave money lying around the house. Do not
place valuables such as jewelries and stereo
equipment in front of windows within a public
view.
4. Dot not allow duplicates of your keys to be
made without your permission. Do not leave
a key under the mat, in the mail box or other
obvious hiding places. It is better to give each
adult member of the household his or her key.
Do not label your keys so that they cannot be
identified by an outsider. Use a color code if
you need to identify them.
5. Do not leave the house in darkness when
outside. Consider the use of a time switch in
the house and leave the garage and outside
lights on. Do not switch the inside lights on
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when answering the front door after dark.
6. Avoid waiting for a prolonged period of time
outside the gate while a family member/
household aide is expected to open and
close the gate for car parking. This will
unduly expose your vulnerability to would-be
assassin/s.
7. Do not allow your CCTVs/IP Cameras be
installed which be easily noticeable or can be
conveniently mutilated/damaged/destroyed.
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CHAPTER 10
VEHICLES SECURITY
Your vehicle is vulnerable to attack, therefore, you

are also vulnerable to attack. Most situations involve
the interception of the target’s vehicle attacking the
individual as he is about to enter or depart from
his vehicle. While it is true that once the attack
commences and it is very difficult to escape, you
can still avoid placing yourself in a threat situation by
being ALERT. Keep your vehicle in a safe operating
condition and keep your gas tank at least half full.
Drive defensively at all times. The best defense is
your common sense and alertness when confronted
with immediate danger.
DOs
1. Always suspect that your car or motorcycle
may have been tampered or a device or
booby trap may have been attached to your
car or motorcycle during your absence.
2. Look carefully around the vehicle. Cultivate
the habit of inspecting your car or motorcycle
before boarding it. Check the car seat before
entering the car to ensure that a possible
attacker is not lurking there. Make a habit
of walking around your vehicle each time
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you prepare to drive it. Be alert for signs
of tampering or damage (flat tires, severed
gas hose and electrical wirings), especially if
your service is a motorcycle. Do not touch or
handle any suspicious item you find in or near
your vehicle. Alert the police or your security
officer if there are indications.
3. Look through all windows including the locks.
Check around and behind each wheel and
under the wheel arches. Look underneath
the car, paying particular attention to the
exhaust system, floor and beyond the gas
tank. An angled mirror on a stick is useful for
this purpose.
4. Stop if your suspicions have been aroused
by:
a) Unusual object in or attached to the
vehicle;
b) Object out of place;
c) Loose wiring, string or tape;
d) Packages left under the vehicle;
e) Ground disturbed around the vehicle;
and
f) Outward signs of tampering.
5. Call for help when there is any doubt.
6. If all appears in order, then continue with
the search, stopping immediately if anything
unusual is noticed. Check the driver’s door,
driver’s seat floor and control. Check other
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doors, then open. Examine seats and doors,
steering wheel and column. Open and inspect
all closed compartments. Check all tools and
open hood carefully, then examine engine
compartment.
7. Make it a habit to park your vehicle (car or
motorcycle) in a safe area. Park at designated
parking areas and, preferably, very near the
entrance and exit of a building. Likewise,
seek assistance from a security guard, if
there is any, to keep an eye on your vehicle.
8. You may install an early warning device to
your vehicle whether it is a car or motorcycle,
to alert any person or security guard nearby
for any tampering.
9. Tinted windows make it difficult for someone
to tell who is in the car and where they are
sitting.
10. At night, always park in a well-lit area of the
street, if possible.
11. Always maintain a clear view of your
dashboard as well as that of the compartment
in order to easily recognize any unusual item
placed in your vehicle.
DON’Ts
1. Do not touch or attempt to start or move the
car if you observe an unusual thing such as
tampering.
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2. If you find suspicious wires or packages
in the vehicle, do not touch them. Report
them immediately to the proper authorities.
DO NOT TOUCH THE OBJECT. Observe
proper distance away from the vehicle and
immediately call for assistance.
3. Do not leave your vehicle on the street
overnight, if at all possible, and never leave
garage doors for unknown objects or strings
tied to the door. DO NOT touch anything that
looks strange to you.
4. Do not let any person be near the vehicle.
The person might tamper or attach a booby
trap or device to your vehicle.
5. If you already suspect the presence of threat,
don’t let anybody drive your vehicle.
6. Parcels and other things should not be left in
the car so that strange objects can be spotted
quickly.
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CHAPTER 11
TRAVEL SECURITY
As an election candidate, you usually go to

populated areas. It is along this line that you become
a potential target of the assassins.
When travelling, you must avoid similar routes

and times of movement. Past records of incidents
indicate that local assassins kept their target under
surveillance to discover patterns and to determine a
suitable time(s) and place(s) for the attack. You are
vulnerable when on the move and most vulnerable
walking to and from your vehicle. Assassins will most
likely choose a time when you are inside or about to
disembark from your vehicle. You are the target and
assassins may attack in many ways. Most of the
incidents are perpetrated by assassins wearing crash
helmets or bonnets to hide their identities and using
motorcycles as getaway vehicles.
Make sure the unvaried portions of the route

(chokepoints) are as short as possible. Memorize
normal activity such as vehicles that are usually
parked in the area. You can be approximately 80%
certain that any attack will occur in a chokepoint
and near your home during a routine trip. It is
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important to remember that you are a better target
if you are predictable – the best defense is common
sense.
DOs
1. If possible, use different doors and gates
when departing and entering your home or
office.
2. During travel, always fasten seat belts, keep
doors locked and windows closed.
3. Pre-plan your route, utilizing main roadways.
Conduct a route survey and look at the choke-
points from the assassin’s point of view. Use
caution if you must use an unpaved short-cut
during the day. DO NOT utilize any unpaved
short-cut at night.
4. Drive your vehicle at a steady speed and
keep a distance from the vehicle in front of
you. Remember that you are less vulnerable
when the vehicle is moving, so be particularly
vigilant if you have to stop. Turn away if
something untoward appears to be taking
place on the road ahead. Pace your driving
to avoid stopping at traffic lights whenever
possible.
5. Beware of accidents and accident scenes
– they may be FAKED. Do not immediately
get off your car to inspect the damage as it
may have been intentional. Stay inside your
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car and observe first. If in doubt, do not get
off the car. The driver and passenger MUST
remain in the car. Be prepared to accelerate
away at the first sign of danger. Keep doors
locked and windows shut.
6. Be constantly alert to road conditions and
surroundings, to include possible surveillance
by car or motorcycle-riding in tandem. All
passengers should be vigilant. Be suspicious
of motorcycle-riding in tandem persons,
especially riders wearing heavily tinted
helmets. Generally, most assassinations are
perpetrated with this kind of modus operandi.
7. Be alert for slow-moving vehicles, specially
motorcycles, as these could attempt to slow
down your vehicle. Drive around them at the
first opportunity. Maintain adequate distance
between your car and vehicles preceding
you. Avoid being blocked in.
8. As a COUNTER MEASURE, if you know or
suspect that you are being followed, make
a safe detour to check. Note details of the
suspect vehicle. Do not let yourself get
concerned. Keep your distance from any
obstacle; ensure that you have adequate
space for evasive action and maneuver
(techniques in driving the vehicle out of
perceived danger) if you have to slow down
or stop in case of an attack. Head for the
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nearest police station or checkpoint, or
other public place where there are security
personnel such as banks, hotels, malls, gas
stations (whichever is closer), and request
assistance.
9. Know the location of police, hospital, military,
government and public facilities or other
secured areas along your routine routes.
These areas can provide a safe haven in
case of trouble. Know as much as possible
about the stores and merchants along your
normal route of travel.
10. If you are DIRECTLY THREATENED, try to
keep calm and endeavor to keep the vehicle
moving, even if only slowly. Switch on the anti-
theft siren, head lights, hazard warning lights
and use of whoofer to draw attention. Keep
your vehicle moving at all cost, regardless of
its condition: for example, flat tire, disabled
cooling system, etc.
11. If it is necessary for positive action. It may
be better to accelerate out of danger if the
attacking vehicles drive alongside. Do not try
to force the attacking vehicle off the road –
the cars will only lock together making you a
perfect target. At a crucial stage you will have
to balance the advantages and disadvantages
of your course of action. Know what your
vehicle will take in terms of damage and its
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acceleration and turning capabilities.
12. Keep an eye out for strangers or unusual
vehicles at the start and finish of your journey.
Regard people you do not know who are
standing around or working in the vicinity with
suspicion. Be particularly vigilant for parked
cars containing occupants along your route
or at the vicinity of your gate/house.
13. Keep your car in sound mechanical condition.
A flashlight, water can, blanket, first-aid kit,
map and fire extinguisher must be in every
car. Always lock the gas filter cap. Consider
equipping your car with an anti-theft device,
or if possible, with a GPS/tracking device/
panic button and, if installed, ensure that you
switch it on whenever you leave the car.
14. Vary your vehicle’s routes. Do not set a
pattern. Keep changing your routes and
times of departure to avoid regularity as
much as possible. Without doubt, this is
the greatest contribution to your safety.
Avoid narrow and lonely streets, keep to the
main route and avoid traveling in the near
side lanes unless prevailing traffic conditions
make these impossible.
15. If you sense you are being tailed by assassins
onboard a motorcycle, always stay on the
left side of them and never allow them to
overtake you on the left side. This measure
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will cause the assassins to postpone their
intent on you. Generally, 80% of assassins
are right-handed, and a single motorcycle is
frequently used as their vehicle trade.
16. If you sense that the assassins onboard a
single motorcycle riding-in-tandem will make
a ‘hit’ on you, act quickly and get away. If
the attack occurs and you have to try to
bump and knock the motorcycle off the road
with your car, do this, although this should
only be a last recourse. Proceed to the
nearest safe place such as police station or
checkpoint, malls and hospitals and request
for assistance.
17. Keep your vehicle locked and all windows
up, even when driving. This stands true in
your own parking lot or carport. Avoid leaving
the car unattended in the open; garage it if
possible. If no garage is available, try to leave
it where it can be seen by the general public.
Equip your garage with good quality locks on
all doors and secure the windows so that any
attempted entry is clearly visible. Check your
garage before you remove your car.
18. Immediately report any vandalism situation
that may affect route security or suspected
surveillance on your vehicle.
19. When the back-up vehicles break down, the
lead vehicle where you are in will become the
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lead vehicle. The same principle applies if
the lead vehicle breaks down. The back-up
vehicle becomes the lead.
20. In a threat situation, the motorcycle might
stop and the members of the close protection
team in the broken-down vehicle can jump in
with the new appointed back-up vehicle.
21. The driver of the broken-down vehicle will
stay with the vehicle.
22. When the principal vehicle breaks down,
the back-up vehicle becomes the principal
vehicle and the lead vehicle moves in behind
the back-up vehicle.
23. In the event of a minor breakdown like a flat
tire, the broken-down vehicle will catch up
with the motorcade after the bodyguards
have changed the tires.
DON’Ts
1. Don’t make unnecessary trips. Travel in
company if you can.
2. Do not pick up strangers or open doors or
windows to unknown persons.
3. Do not simply accept a policeman or other
official in uniform as bonafide. Ask to see his
identity card or other means of identification
– circumstances will assess the practicability
of this.
4. Do not day-dream when driving. If you are a
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passenger, be alert to anything of suspicious
nature; for example, a car you have noticed
before which may be parked at the side of the
road, monitoring your movements.
5. Do not stop at your residence or workplace
if there are unusual persons unknown to
you waiting for someone. Pass by your
destination and stop at a distance and
observe the actions of these persons who
might be ‘assassins’. Take down details of
them.
6. Do not leave personal items openly
displayed in your vehicle – you are inviting a
smash-and-run thief.
7. Do not leave parcels or papers in the car so
that you can quickly spot any unusual object.
8. Do not attempt to illegally by-pass traffic police
checkpoints or other police roadblocks.
9. Do not park in deserted or isolated areas.
At night, park in well-lighted areas on main
downtown streets. Ensure that your windows
are fully closed when parked and open only
enough for ventilation. (No more than two
inches when you are driving.)
10. Never pick up hitchhikers or stop to assist
unknown persons in distress. Assassins have
frequently utilized these operandi as traps
prior to assault.
11. Do not stop unnecessarily in uninhabited
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areas under unusual circumstances as
this may be another modus operandi of the
assassins.
12. In highly urbanized cities, do not permit taxi
drivers to deviate from known and the desired
routes. Do not always use the same taxi or
bus stop. Do not take the first available cab.
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CHAPTER 12
WORKPLACE SECURITY
The objective of workplace security is to protect

the employees from internal and external security
risks. Workplace security for employees should
be adopted, especially those handling critical and
sensitive issues.
A fundamental element of any workplace security

initiative is a security risk assessment. Risks need to
be properly identified in order to establish appropriate
methods, either on procedural or physical barriers
and systems.
DOs
1. Designate a Security Officer in your workplace
to be the focal person who can be contacted
anytime and be the recorder of any unusual
incident which may have a bearing on the
security of any staff member.
2. Have a security guard posted at the entrance
and exit of the office who may serve as your
ally but a deterrent to suspected assassins.
3. Clear entry areas of garbage and debriswhere
bombs can be placed or where intruders hide.
4. Be watchful of any unattended or left
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-behind baggage, shopping bag, parcel,
sack, briefcase, etc, as these may contain
improvised explosive devices or bombs.
5. Install office alarm/CCTV.
6. Have visitors logged in, issue appropriate IDs;
and properly have them escorted.
DON’Ts
1. Avoid placing names in office doors. A number
will suffice.
2.
Avoid placing names in reserved parking
areas.
3. Do not provide ready access to sensitive areas
and command offices, both day and night.
4. Do not provide your personal history data
and those of your key personnel since those
informations could be used against you.
5. Do not provide information on travel agendas
and plans of command or key personnel. Limit
information to only need-to-know personnel.
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CHAPTER 13
TELEPHONE THREATS AND TEXT THREATS
Section 13-1 – General Guidelines

13.1. Place your telephone in a position where
you cannot be seen from the outside through doors
and windows when using it. Consider the use of a
bed-side telephone extension.
2. Report the fact at once if your telephone is out
of order and be specially vigilant in the interim until it
is repaired.
3. Keep a list of emergency numbers near your
telephone.
4. Make sure that the other members of the
family, specially the household staff, exercise caution
when answering the telephone. No information
should be given regarding your whereabouts or future
appointments. Take the caller’s name so that you can
personally return the call.
5. Consider installing a caller ID system with your
phone so you will have a record of the telephone
number and time of the call, and possibly trace them
if necessary.
Section 13-2 – Telephone Threat Call

Anonymous calls and telephone threats are
usually merely intended to lower your morale
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and seldom result to physical harm. But they can
be very disturbing. An accurate analysis of the
telephone calls can provide valuable clues on which
to base recommendations, actions and subsequent
investigation.
The natural reaction of an average person, when

answering telephone calls and hearing a hostile voice,
is to panic and probably cut off the conversation. Here
are some general awareness measures you can
observe concerning harassing, anonymous, obscene
and/or annoying telephone calls:
In case of THREAT CALLS received, the

following actions should be taken:
1. The caller must be kept talking, if possible.

2. Try to identify the voice by sex, age, accent,
etc.
3.
Assess the mental state of the caller, if
possible.
4. The caller may provide clues as to intention of
the specific threat.
5. Write down the details you have noted
immediately, best during the conversation:
a) Date and time of threat received
b) Exact time of call
c) Exact words of the caller
d) Ask the following:
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1) What is your name?
2)
Is there a telephone
number where you can
be contacted?
3) What is your address?
4) Why do you want to
(whatever threat)?
e) Make special note of the following:
1) Caller’s voice (calm,
excited, disguised,
accent, etc)
2) Caller’s gender?
3) Caller’s approximate
age (determined by
voice)
4) Was the voice familiar
to you?
5) Have you received
similar calls?
6) Was there any
background noise?
7) Any reason why you
think the threat was
made (recent trial
sentencing, civil case,
etc.)
f) Public telephone booth or private
telephone?
6. Listen for background noise which may
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provide valuable information (eg. Railway
station or dockland sounds, industrial noise,
machinery, music, animals, market place,
etc.)
7. Record the conversation if possible. On
termination of telephone call, inform the
police if the call was threatening.
8. Do not talk back to the abuser.
9. Hang up if the caller does not say anything
after the first obscene word, or if the caller
does not provide identification to your
satisfaction.
10. Do not slam down the receiver or otherwise
say/or give a hint that the call bothers you.
Just hang up as you would normally do.
11. If a bomb threat is received, a person should
immediately implement an evacuation plan.
No one should attempt to search for a bomb.
Evacuation plan should not include two-way
radios or cell phones as they could trigger a
device.
12. If you receive a personal threat by telephone,
please take note of the following and
immediately call your security officer/
employer and local police (intelligence officer
or PD/CD of local command).
13. Educate/train staff and family members/
household on the aforementioned, and
prepare a ready-to-use checklist that is
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conveniently placed near office/home
phones.
Section 13-3 – Threats Through Text Messages

Mobile phones are popular choices for bullies
(texters). They provide complete anonymity.
Many pay-as-you-go mobile phones (with pre-

paid cards) can be bought over-the-counter and do
not require proofs of identity, nor is any record kept
of the new owner. Likewise, calls made from these
types of mobile phones are difficult to trace without
the cooperation of mobile phone companies. So,
what can you do?
Here are some general rules and actions you

may consider in such situations:
13.2 Never ignore or underestimate the threat.

NEVER ignore threats, either verbal or by phone
or via text message. But don’t respond in the way
the ‘texter’ wants you to do. “Just ignore it” by not
responding to the taunts and provocation; do not
engage or communicate with the “texter”, but instead,
carefully take note of what is being done to you, who
is doing it and how, and record all of these in a journal
so you can think of a plan on how to deal with it or
when you will report it, DO NOT RESPOND and DO
NOT ENGAGE. You have the right to not respond to
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abusive texters.
DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE the threat or harassment

that may cause distress and worry to you and your
family. Threat and harassment in all their forms that
invade your boundaries are intrusive and damaging,
especially when this goes on for days, months, or
even years.
13.3 Empower yourself with knowledge.

Understand what the threat of the harassment is so
that you can stay in control before it develops into a
bigger problem. Remain calm and composed.
13.4 Recognize it early and keep records.

Learn to recognize the early signs and keep a detailed
diary. Print the message if you are able, otherwise,
make a careful copy of everything (including formats,
abbreviations, spelling mistakes, etc.) the date, time,
the caller-ID, if available, or the number that the texter
is using, if unidentified. It may be distressing to make
a copy of each message, so get the support of a
trusted friend or close family member, then report to
the local police or the PNP Anti-Cyber Crime Group
(for technical/forensic validation).
13.5 Stay in control.

Detach yourself from the harassment early. Each time
you receive a message, train yourself to NOT think
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of the text message, but instead THINK “what is the
texter revealing about himself this time”.
13.6 Understand the texter’s mindset.

The threat derives satisfaction from the power and
control exerted over his target. His aim is power,
control, domination and subjugation. He uses
provocation. If you as the target responds, it’s a sign
that the sender has successfully exerted control.
But if you do not respond, you deny him the sense
of satisfaction. He will keep on provoking you as he
wants a response, whether its positive or negative. It
is better not to respond to such provocations.
13.7 Get help and support.

It’s difficult to handle the threat or harassment by
yourself even if you are an adult. Text message
bullying is similar to stalking. Contact your security
officer or the local police for help. Request your
telecommunications service provider for advice and
assistance.
13.8 Identify the caller/texter.

Become a detective. You can find out who is calling
or texting you. Get help from your security officer or
the local police to call the number of the texter for
identification. It is certain that you know the person
who is sending you abusive text messages or calls.
Harassments from stranger are rare.
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13.9 Take practical steps (change your number).
If the threat or harassment becomes uncomfortable,
get a second mobile phone, and give the number
only to chosen family members. Keep a log of those
you have given your new number and oblige them
not to divulge. Regard your old mobile phones as
vital sources of evidence. If the threats reach to a
level where you need police assistance, have them
check your old mobile phones to find means to trace
the calls and text messages. Maintain a dedicated
number for constituents’ concerns, and a distinct
number exclusively for family members and friends.
13.10 Know the law and use it if you have to.

Example: Revised Penal Code Article 282-Grave
Threats; Article 283 – Light Threats.
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CHAPTER 14
DELIVERIES AND MAIL BOMBS
Postal bombs may be sent in envelopes not

thicker than one fourth of an inch or in packages up
to a maximum of twenty pounds in weight. In either
case, they may be of the explosive or incendiary
variety. It is therefore imperative that you can easily
discern suspicious mails or packages.
DOs
1. REMEMBER THAT THEY MAY EXPLODE
ON OPENING, SO LOOK FOR:
a) The postmark: especially if “foreign”, and
any name and address of sender. Do you
normally get letters from there?
b) The writing: which may be in an
“uncommon” style? Do you recognize it?
c) The balance: is it evenly balanced? If
the letter or parcel is lopsided, treat it as
suspect.
d) The weight: if this seems to be excessive
for size, treat it as suspect.
e) The holes: are there any small hole/s or
pin point/s which could have been made
by wires?
f) The stains: are there any stain or geese
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marks which could be caused by “moist/
stained” explosives?
g) Smell: some explosives have the unusual
aroma of almonds, etc.
h) The “feel” in the case of letters: it will
indicate whether there is only a folded
paper inside the envelope (which will
show that it is alright), or if there is a
stiffener; for example a cardboard, or the
feel of metal, in which case, treat it as
suspect.
i) The outline: can you see if there are any
unusual outlines if you hold it up against
the light?
j) The flap: is the flap of the envelope stuck
down completely? (there is usually a
small gap). If so, treat it as suspect.
IF IN DOUBT – CALL FOR HELP
2. Actions to be undertaken:
a) Place the letter or package on a flat
surface away from the house or as far
as possible, in an open space or, if not
possible, in a room close to the door of
the building.
b) Clear the area of all persons immediately.
c) Report to security staff.
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DON’Ts
a) Do not bend the envelope or package.
b) Do not open the envelope or package.
c) Do not place it in water.
3. Other points to be considered when

dealing with mails and deliveries
DOs
a) Pass all threatening, insulting or crank letters
and envelopes, whether anonymous or not,
to the local police. Do not handle them more
than you may have to nor let anyone touch
them. Place them in a clean, clear plastic bag
if you have one available. They may contain
fingerprints of the sender.
b) Discourage leaving parcels/packages on
window sills or at the door.
c) Check deliveries carefully before accepting
them.
d) Be suspicious of a change of newsboy,
postman, electric or water meter reader or
other regular delivery personnel.
e) Encourage regular correspondents to write
their names on the outside of parcels and
bulky letters.
f) Give clear instructions to the members of
your household on all the above points.
g) Use the office for your mailing address.
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DON’Ts
a) Do not accept presents or parcels from
unknown persons, particularly parcels which
are not ordered.
b) Do not touch suspicious presents or parcels
that are left at your premises. Call the police.
c) Do not allow suppliers to enter your home.
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CHAPTER 15
SECURITY IN RELATION TO CAMPAIGN

ACTIVITIES
Section 15-1 – Staff Security Awareness

Staff security awareness is important to increase
the effect of personnel protective measures.
15.1 Educate your people.

a. Require all the people around you to be
security conscious at all times. This is not
only for your safety but also theirs.
b. Inform them to treat everyone with courtesy,
professionalism, and respect.
c. Require them to maintain a low profile.
d. Insist that they vary routes to and from work.
e. Require them to take defensive and evasive
driving lessons.
f. Insist that they drive with windows closed and
doors locked.
g. Have them inspect vehicles before moving.
h. Require them to perform roadmap
reconnaissance when traveling to new
destinations.
15.2 Brief your staff prior to dispatch/

engagement.
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a. Remind your staff or persons who are going
to be with you during campaign activities,
of the security measures to be undertaken,
particularly during public appearances where
the crowd could be unruly.
b. Conduct final security briefings since these
are very important, to emphasize key points
in the event/engagement security plan and
any last minute changes.
c. Make codes or non-verbal communications
easy for you, your group members and
your security personnel to interpret.
Make sure everyone has the same or
uniform interpretation of such non-verbal
communications.
Section 15-2 – Profiling Offenders

a. Be aware of persons who always seclude
themselves in a crowd. Offenders see to it
that they can do their unscrupulous plan and
leave undetected.
b. Observe body language. Observing a
person’s body language can help perceive if
there is any uneasiness or discomfort in him.
Tense shoulders, restlessness and excessive
sweating are common to offenders.
c. Pay attention to the physical appearance.
As much as possible, look at how they dress
up. Offenders normally wear something that
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can conceal their appearances such as dark
sunglasses, hooded jackets, baseball caps,
and the like.
DOs
a. Be suspicious and inquisitive about strangers,
particularly those carrying bags, parcels or
other containers.
b. Ensure that your security team is
knowledgeable, skilled and familiar in
securing VIPs, for easy identification of
would-be offenders. This will enable your
security team to subdue the offenders.
DON’Ts
a) Do not disregard expectators who do not
show usual “interest” in the event.
b) Do not disregard the recommendations of
your security team. It is their task to cover
and evacuate you in the event that an attack
or other emergency may occur.
Section 15-3 – House-to-House Visitations

DOs
1. Make sure that your security officers have
discreetly studied the area. Study the physical
layout of the area to be visited.
2. Take note of the structures and facilities in
the area.
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3. Know the entrance and the egress of the
house to be visited.
4. Select houses to visit at random.
5. Keep your visits short. The duration of your
visits should be the same for all residents to
avoid envy among them.
6. Try and keep a barrier (e.g. table, between
you and the aggressor, where practical).
DON’Ts
1. Do not conduct house-to-house visitations
alone.
2. Do not enter a house if there is yelling,
screaming. Remember to try and remain as
calm as possible, speak slowly and calmly.
3. Do not stay in areas such as kitchens
because there are a variety of weapons there
that could be used against you.
4. Do not enter a house with someone who you
sense is under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
Section 15-4 – Miting de Avance

DOs
1. Conduct and review crime-prevention
surveys/inspections. These surveys consider
the entire installation as well as the effect on
the surrounding civilian locale.
2. Deploy security personnel as undercover
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operatives to assess the area prior to the
engagement.
3. Let your security personnel, as undercover
operatives, mingle with the crowd for easy
spotting of would-be offender.
4. Colleagues and persons who are identified
with you or part of your entourage, must be
reminded of the security measures before
going to the engagement.
DON’Ts
1. Do not let anyone other than your security
personnel go near the site prior to the
engagement.
2. Do not allow persons other than your
security personnel get close to you during
the engagement. Always maintain a safe
distance.
3. Do not take matters into your hands when
an untoward incident happens. Allow your
security personnel to immediately remove
you from danger.
Section 15-5 – Motorcade

DOs
1. Plan your itinerary.
2. Insist on accurate timings.
3. Select a route which allows the maximum
safe speed. The safest route is not always
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the shortest.
4. Make sure that your security officers have
studied the route and have sufficient
personnel for security during the entire
duration of the motorcade. Request for route
security if deemed necessary.
5. Apply the “Need to Know” principle which
is the restriction of data considered very
sensitive.
6. The advance vehicle travels ahead but
follows the same route as the motorcade.
7. The lead vehicle drives ahead of the
motorcade. The security in charge of the
motorcade plans the route, alternative routes,
procedures, and gives a running commentary
to direct the motorcade.
8. The back-up vehicle contains the temporary
command operations center and transports
the mobile team. They must also lend visibility
to the motorcade and ensure traffic safety.
9. Follow the three-vehicle formation: the lead
vehicle-the principal vehicle-back up vehicle.
In case of breakdowns, the following is
implemented:
a. Back-up vehicle breaks down: the
principal vehicle becomes the back-
up vehicle.
b. Lead vehicle breaks down: the
principal vehicle becomes the lead
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and back-up vehicle.
c. Principal vehicle breaks down:
the back-up vehicle, becomes the
principal vehicle and the lead vehicle
moves in behind and becomes the
back-up vehicle.
DON’Ts
1. Do now allow yourself to be caught in traffic.
At traffic lights, leave enough room for
maneuvering. If possible, adjust your speed
when approaching traffic lights in order to
avoid having to stop.
2. If something untoward appears to be taking
place on the road ahead, do not stop, just
turn off the road before it is too late.
3. If you suspect that you are being followed, do
not allow yourself to be overtaken or forced
off the road. Take a known detour, and if still
suspicious, stop at the nearest police station.
Section 15-6 – Social Functions

DOs
1. Apprise your host of your need for security
and take appropriate measures. Your
personal staff may need to give advice and
assistance to a civilian host.
2. Try to arrange for all visitors during large
functions to be subjected to adequate security
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control. Take care in the issue of invitations to
such functions.
3. As much as possible, vary your time in going
to places of engagement. This establishes
a pattern and makes you an easy target of
assassin/s.
4. For more effective security, it is recommended
you have a close protection team. As a
general rule, you will be safe with a seven-
person team consisting of bodyguards, back-
up and drivers.
5. Your close protection team must always
accompany you in all your activities.
6. Your close protection team must cover and
evacuate you in case of an attack or other
emergencies.
7. Your main bodyguards must never leave your
side during an activity. They must inform the
team leader with updates on your movements
and ask for clearance.
8. The team leader of your close protection team
must supervise the team’s activities during a
protective operation. The team leader must
establish a sound working relationship with
you in order to assess your needs and inform
you of protective measures.
9. Your advance team must plan and implement
effective close protection measures at the
venue, “sweeping” or examining the venue
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for bombs, snipers and bugging devices to
keep it sterile or safe before you proceed.
10. Your close protection team must plan and
familiarize themselves with your vehicles’
routes to and from the venue, including
emergency routes. They must map out and
study every detail of the operation with your
staff.
11. Your driver must be responsible for the safe
driving and upkeep of your vehicle and your
escort’s vehicle. Your driver must always
remain with the vehicle to ensure its safety
and to immediately respond at your departure
from the venue.
DON’Ts
1. Do not announce your arrival or departure.
2. Do not use the same entrances and exits
whenever possible.
3. The advance vehicle should not be part of the
motorcade because the advance team will
drive ahead of you to secure the venue.
Section 15-7 – Attending Fora, Speaking

Engagements
and Personal Interactions
DOs
1. Discuss your particular security problems
with the person planning the function.
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2. Travel to and from the function with escorts.
3. Carefully consider the routes to and from the
function and agree with your staff.
4. Take necessary measures to ensure that you
sit away from public areas.
5. Always have an exit plan.
DON’Ts
1. Do not publicize your attendance, if not
necessary.
2. Do not disregard comments regarding the
event.
3. Do not announce your arrival or departure.
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CHAPTER 16
SECURITY AFTER ELECTIONS
Winning the elections and being an elected official

do not guarantee the safety of an individual. It must
be noted that security should not be taken for granted
after the elections. The case of one Board Member is
an example of this notion. After winning the election,
his security was taken for granted, thinking that the
threat to his life no longer exists. He was killed even
before he was proclaimed. Remember: NEVER give
your assassin/s an opportunity to harm you.
Security will always be a personal concern at

all times. Again, attackers do their thing in the most
unexpected time.
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CHAPTER 17
CONCLUSION
The risk, vulnerability and criticality of the

candidates during the election period cannot be
downplayed, much less taken for granted. Yet,
despite all the security preparations and precautions,
the imminence of potential threats and dangers to
him, his family members, as well as household and
staff members are more real than imaginary. It is,
therefore, crucial that the level of security awareness,
consciousness and preparedness should necessarily
be a conditio sine qua non (an indispensable
condition) for any responsible candidate.
The security of election candidates, and every

citizen for that matter, is a shared responsibility
of both law enforcement agencies as well as the
individuals involved. The citizenry, or better still, the
community-at-large and the police, must work in
synergy, and coordinate with one another in order for
security to succeed. By capacitating and empowering
election candidates through educating and raising
their security awareness and consciousness, it is
anticipated that the PNP will have made them more
safe and secure.
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The methods of safeguarding the citizenry are as
varied and diversified in any situation. Therefore, the
methods and precautionary measures to be used will
depend largely on the situation called for, from which
plans and data are drawn/defined and the courses of
action are analyzed/determined.
As candidates to elective positions, you normally

employ local uniformed contract guards as part of your
security team and to protect facilities such as your
homes or businesses. Notwithstanding the stringent
profiling measures already instituted by PNP, it is still
your concomitant responsibility to conduct requisite
vetting to assure you of a credible and validated
background check of your security complement under
your employ. Further, be assured that PNP continues
to formulate, assess and review initiatives designed
to protect you at home and work. Ultimately and in the
final analysis, these efforts will not be truly effective if
you do not give your full cooperation relative to your
own protection program. You are the key player in this
activity. BE SUSPICIOUS, CAUTIOUS, PRUDENT
and VIGILANT.
It will be helpful if you will write down and

document information as guide in reporting significant
or suspicious incidents. Do not play Security Officer
and attempt to determine what should or should not be
reported. Your report, while seemingly meaningless
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on its own, could indicate a significantly dangerous
situation when combined with other information of
which you are not aware. By doing this measure, not
only will you be the first to know about any information
or development of a suspicious activity, but you will
also have enough time to repel or be assisted to repel
any threat.
This Handbook may be your best guide that could

spell the difference between saving YOUR LIFE as
well as that of YOUR FAMILY.
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It is best for candidates to coordinate with commanders
of the nearest police station in your area for any
eventualities.
HOTLINE NUMBERS
National Emergency 911
Hotline
Hotline 8888
COMELEC
Text Oca 2286
Ireport Mo Kay Tsip 0917-847-575
NOC 723-0401 local 3033/3623
NTF
NCRPO 838-0428/0939-626-1824
PRO1 607-6556/0917-834-8436/
0917-938-4183
PRO2 354-1292/0927-142-8521/
0997-210-0265
PRO3 860-2943/0917-320-2936
PRO4-A 531-4470/0917-897-4365
HOTLINE NUMBERS
PRO4-B 288-1730-0916-368-4306
PRO5 820-4602/0917-583-5936/
0922-874-0991/
0947-998-9648
PRO6 335-0970
PRO7 254-9146/0917-700-1509
PRO8 323-3036/0936-919-4794/
0917-631-7752
PRO9 926-1977
PRO10 856-3183/852-4916/
0917-833-1997
PRO11 235-2515/0910-219-2770
PRO12 302-2011
PRO13 342-1367/0998-866-8799
PRO ARMM 425-0078/0905-352-4920/

0917-558-6845
PRO COR 422-1977/0939-908-2027

PREPARATION COMMITTEE
PCSUPT RHODEL O SERMONIA - D, PCRG
PSSUPT BARTOLOME R BUSTAMANTE- DD, PCRG
PSSUPT REMIGIO S SEDANTO - CDS
Members
PSSUPT MARVIN JOE C SARO - C, ICDD
PSUPT RODRIGO B GALINO - AC, ICCD
SPO1 Anthony B Marcelo - ICDD
PO3 Vergel L Dacanay - ICDD
PO3 Nomer B Macaraig - ICDD
PO1 Alona Faith L Edas - ICDD
PO1 Romulo Cleve M Ortenero - ICDD
PO1 Josephine T Blanche - ICDD
PO1 Jedalyn A Mondiging - ICDD
NUP Emma Kris D de Guzman - ICDD
NUP Eugene T Mosquito - ICDD
Ms. Evelyn Duremdes-Barz - Consultant
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PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE MANUAL

PRECAUTIONARY SECURITY MEASURES

Police Community Relations Group

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

While the main task of ensuring peace and order

I therefore laud the PNP – Police Community Relations Group (PCRG)

This handbook is a testament of the PNP’s commitment to ensure that

Congratulations to the PNP on the publication of this handbook.

Republic of the Philippines

To ensure that the said Constitutional mandate

The PNP’s determination and commitment to maintain peace and

On behalf of the COMELEC, I commend the PNP for this initiative

Republic of the Philippines

The Philippine National Police as mandated by the

I am calling all PNP men and women in uniform of the PNP to

A peaceful election is a shared responsibility of law enforcement

Republic of the Philippines

It is hoped that the use of this Handbook can be maximized by the

EDUARDO SERAPIO M GARADO

CHAPTER 3 SCOPE AND LIMITATION 10

CHAPTER 5 PRACTICAL TIPS AND

CHAPTER 9 HOME/RESIDENCE SECURITY 31

CHAPTER 10 VEHICLE SECURITY 38

CHAPTER 11 TRAVEL SECURITY 42

CHAPTER 12 WORKPLACE SECURITY 51

CHAPTER 13 TELEPHONE THREATS

CHAPTER 14 DELIVERIES AND MAIL BOMBS 62

CHAPTER 15 SECURITY IN RELATION

CHAPTER 16 SECURITY AFTER ELECTIONS 76

Philippine elections is considered a crucial time

The country will hold its midterm National and

Political strife and conflict are at their all-time

Based on historical data, previous elections

COMELEC had acknowledged the role of PNP in

The police, however, can never secure every

The successful security and safety coverage

October 11, 12, 15, 16 & 17, 2018:

January 13 - June 12, 2019:

February 12 - May 11, 2019:

March 29 - May 11, 2019:

May 12 & 13, 2019:

May 13, 2019:

June 12, 2019:

PNP SECURITY TASK FORCE 2019 MIDTERM

The National Midterm Elections will be held

Thus, PNP activated Security Task Force (STF)

In pursuit to the goal for a successful 2019

The PNP Handbook on Precautionary Security

The Handbook on Precautionary Security

Most importantly, it also focuses on improved

This Handbook is designed to protect the

The candidate’s dependents are, likewise,

Candidates can ask/request police assistance

Candidates, candidates’ families and their friends

SCOPE AND LIMITATION