Security In recent years we have increased security in the Navy because of an upswing in terrorism and the success by some countries to obtain our secrets. It is estimated that Russia has more than 4,000 intelligence officers gathering information. These Russian officers work hard and are dedicated to obtaining our secrets and undermining our armed forces. In recent years we have  become  more  aware  of  secret  intelligence gathering and spying by the People’s Republic of China. We are ever on the alert of Mid-East factions exporting terrorist actions to the United States and our other interests around the world. In the world of terrorism  and  intelligence  gathering  there  is  no nationality, country, or state of which we do not remain cautious and ever vigilant. How can you do your share to prevent security breaches from happening within your unit? It is not an easy job. All hands have to take an active part, or the efforts are wasted. When you stand duty as the POOW, you play an important part in the security of your ship or unit. A list of personnel who are authorized to work in the various departments is kept in the quarterdeck area. These people may be shipyard personnel, civilian vendors, or even personnel attached to a repair facility. Limiting access on a need-to-know basis is the key to security, whether aboard a ship or at a shore station. With people going and coming all the time, it is hard to keep track of them. Some people require escorts and some do not. What and who determine the rules? This decision is governed by instructions and is enforced by the OOD or the security force. The level of security of the command is determined by the sensitivity of various parts of the command and/or the state of prevention, such as sabotage, attacks by terrorists, and so forth. It was mentioned earlier in this chapter that the quarterdeck area should be clear of extra people all the time. This effort will cut down on the opportunity for unauthorized persons to come aboard. Watch standers have the responsibility to account for all personnel who cross the quarterdeck. All persons coming aboard your unit should show proper identification. If they do not have proper identification, deny them access and contact the OOD for guidance. OPNAVINST 5510 series gives further details dealing with security. What should you do when an unauthorized person gains entrance to your ship or unit? You should sound the  proper  alarm  and  pass  the  word  following instructions concerning unauthorized visitors aboard your unit or ship. Remember, if you are in doubt as to whether or not to sound an alarm and pass the word, do it. The unauthorized person may be a terrorist or an enemy agent. There are some areas of your ship that you cannot watch; watching these areas is the job of the security patrol or roving patrol. These patrols watch for fires, out-of-the-ordinary happenings, and unauthorized personnel. If an unauthorized person is found who cannot account for being in a space or tries to leave the area, an alarm should be sounded and appropriate action taken to apprehend the person. This action is a function of the Security Alert Team (SAT) aboard your ship. In security matters we must always be alert for things that may not look just right. Stay alert and watch for anything that may threaten the lives of your shipmates; their lives are in your hands while you are on watch. Bomb threats are to be treated seriously at all times. Petty officers must be trained to handle this serious situation and lead their people. Even before a threat arises, the training of subordinates will prepare the crew to act instead of react to the threat. Safety is of a major concern. A bomb threat is a message delivered by telephone or letter. A bomb incident is the detonation/ignition of a bomb, discovery of a bomb, or receipt of a bomb. Each requires the petty officer to act appropriately for the situation. In the case of a bomb threat, information is the key to disarming and avoiding catastrophe. Information such as who, what, when, and most certainly where should be obtained. Who   —   look/listen for clues to identify the person. Is the person male or female, young or old, calm or stressed? Does the voice reveal a possible nationality such as a foreign dialect or accent? What — determine what type of bomb has been planted. Is it dynamite, chemical, pipe bomb, etc.? When  —  the  time  is  important.  When  is  the bomb set to detonate? Will there be many people around or  few  people,  such  as  midnight  when  most  personnel are on liberty? Where — narrow down the location of the bomb. This will save time in evacuating personnel, locating the bomb, and disarming it. If the threat made is to kill as many  people  as  possible  that  information  might  lead searchers to look in populated areas. If the threat made is 8-11