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Responding to the growing threat of vehicle-ramming attacks, Hostile Vehicle Mitigation specialist, Marshalls Landscape Protection has had a range of its security bollard systems installed at a synagogue in Queens, New York.  Protective solutions In recent years, the number of attacks on religious buildings and structures has risen dramatically. In response to this elevated threat, religious establishments are investing more thought and consideration into various levels of building protection. In this effort, protective solutions, such as the ones supplied by Marshalls Landscape Protection make it easier to select appropriate products and physical measures that blend in seamlessly to the landscape, keeping their communities safe, not scared. RhinoGuard, Rhino RT bollard system Marshalls Landscape Protection installed its RhinoGuard® 25/40 Protective Bollard system with stainless steel sleeves Selected to improve security at the synagogue site in Queens, the Marshalls Landscape Protection team specified and installed its RhinoGuard® 25/40 Protective Bollard system with stainless steel sleeves, alongside its Rhino RT SS5 Heavy Duty Telescopic Bollard system. Together, the range of solutions ensures better security for worshipers at the synagogue, protecting the most vulnerable parts of the building. Crash-tested solution Able to withstand the force of a 2.5-tonne vehicle travelling at 40mph, the RhinoGuard® 25/40 Protective Bollard system provides an excellent option for protecting sensitive public spaces, such as religious buildings. The solution, which is made in Britain, has been successfully crash-tested by the BSI PAS 68 standard, rendering test vehicles immobile on collision. High-performance system Rhino RT SS5 Heavy Duty Telescopic Bollard combines strength, security, and ease of use Similarly, the Rhino RT SS5 Heavy Duty Telescopic Bollard combines strength, security, and ease of use, benefitting from a reinforced internal sleeve for added fortitude. The high-performing solution is being used to prevent cars from accessing the rear car park.  Speaking on the project, Jonathon Berry, International Sales Manager at Marshalls Landscape Protection (North America) commented, “Sites of religious worship are increasingly looking to incorporate defence mechanisms into their spaces.” Assistance in selection “As a company, Marshalls Landscape Protection is determined to assist in this effort, working tirelessly to help our customers select the most appropriate protection solutions for their needs.” “Our team was approached by staff at the synagogue to provide advice on this specification. We assisted the site’s team in completing a form for a $50,000 Homeland Security Grant Aid.” Survey and assessment We coordinated the delivery and installation to reduce the impact and inconvenience to the community" “Next, we visited the site, surveyed and assessed the threat. We were then in a position to recommend the proportionate product choice, which would meet the relevant performance and budgetary requirements.” “Finally, our team used its technical expertise to coordinate the logistics and delivery of goods on the project. We coordinated the delivery and installation to reduce the impact and inconvenience to the community as much as possible. To this end, we worked to ensure our work was sensitive to any religious holidays.” Perimeter protection All in all, the installation of the new solution was completed in just a day. Marshalls’ project design team, alongside the synagogue’s committee, is committed to working together on further perimeter protection measures for the building and neighboring places of worship. Moving forward, both groups will work to continually improve the security of the area to ensure the protection of the community for the long term. 

Marshalls Landscape Protection, part of hard landscaping manufacturer Marshalls plc, has designed and supplied Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) solutions as part of a development commemorating Sikh soldiers who fought during the First World War, in Smethwick, West Midlands. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council was approached by the Smethwick Guru Nanak Gurdwara (GNG) temple, with a proposal to commemorate the centenary of the end of the First World War by creating a statue of a WW1 Sikh warrior. Supporting the proposal, the council has also created a paved public area and a new green space as a setting for the statue – meaning the development not only functions as a memorial but provides a new space for the local community to enjoy, enhancing the public realm. Potential vehicle collisions Having impressed on previous projects, and possessing a wealth of industry experience and expertise, Marshalls Landscape Protection was asked by Sandwell Council to be involved with the development. To discuss this involvement is Dominic Renney, Specification Development Manager at Marshalls: “We were brought in to design and develop a number of protective elements for the project, and to support the council with technical direction.” Marshalls Landscape Protection was asked by Sandwell Council to be involved with the development During discussions between Marshalls and the council, it was decided that because the project is located next to two main roads, the design should include protection against potential vehicle collisions. Dominic explained the considerations that were made: “Being a place of memorial, we were fully aware that we had to protect the site as unobtrusively as possible. In agreement with the council, we specified products that would guarantee safety against vehicular threats discreetly, helping to keep people safe, not scared®.” Red reflective band To protect the site against potential threats, Marshalls’ RhinoGuard® Protective Bollards, part of its Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) product portfolio, were used to enclose the majority of the site’s perimeter. Specified in a stainless-steel finish with a red reflective band, the bollards are fully crash tested in accordance with the BSI PAS 68 standard, capable of stopping a 7.5-tonne lorry traveling at 40mph completely in its tracks. To introduce some additional greenery to the development, and to break up the perimeter, Marshalls cast concrete BellitGiove Planters were also specified. Manufactured using polished brown porphyry precious stone, the planters provided an elegant and visually appealing means to add shrubbery into the environment. Providing technical support The memorial site and green space have become a hub for the local community to pay their respects Responsible for installing these products, was R W Services Contractors Ltd. Speaking on his experience during the project is John Hallahan, Commercial Manager at R W Services Contractors Ltd: “We have installed Marshalls’ products many times before this project and we never have any issues. That was true again in this instance, it was a very straightforward and neat job. Marshalls were on hand throughout the installation to provide technical support when it was needed and were more than happy to offer advice. This was really helpful and made the installation far easier for us.” In the time since its completion, the memorial site and green space have become a hub for the local community to pay their respects and enjoy the public realm. Offering his thoughts on the project is Steven Wall, Senior Engineer at Sandwell Council, saying: “The project has been a huge success, providing a fitting space to commemorate the brave sacrifice made by Indian and Southern Asian soldiers who fought during the Great War. We are very happy with the products and services provided by Marshalls and believe they have complimented the statue and surrounding site perfectly.”

Marshalls Landscape Protection, part of the Marshalls Group, has welcomed the Government’s response to the protect duty consultation, which seeks to improve safety in public spaces. The legislation, which should come into effect later this year, places a new responsibility on venue owners and event organisers to ensure reasonable and proportionate measures are implemented to protect visitors from harm. The move comes following pressure from victims’ groups, including the Martyn’s Law campaign, named after Martyn Hett, who was tragically killed in the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in 2017. A balance between public safety and small business While exact details of the legislation are still to be released, Home Secretary Priti Patel emphasised in a statement issued on 10th January, that the bill would “strike the right balance between public safety, while not placing an excessive burden on small businesses.” This echoes views voiced in the consultation, which felt that requirements should reflect the size of the organisation, with larger venues bearing a proportionate responsibility to protect their users. Currently, there is no legislative requirement for venue owners or organisations to implement security measures, yet 70 percent of the consultation respondents believed that those responsible for publicly accessible spaces should take appropriate steps to protect from potential attacks which include ensuring staff is adequately trained to respond appropriately. Cost-effective public safety schemes Numerous non-intrusive safety solutions can be installed in public areas without having a detrimental effect" Paul Haggerty, Hostile Vehicle Mitigation Business Development Manager from Marshalls Landscape Protection, commented, “This is a positive step forward in improving the safety of all public spaces, but we understand that many local authorities and business owners will be uncertain about how this new legislation will affect them. We also recognise that overly fortifying public spaces are a concern, as this can hurt public perceptions of safety." “However, there are numerous non-intrusive safety solutions that can be installed in public areas without having a detrimental effect on the look and feel of the space. With many years experience of developing fully crash-tested solutions for preventing accidental and intentional vehicle collisions, we can advise on designing proportionate and cost-effective public safety schemes that will enable organisations to comply with the new legislation.” An interactive platform To support stakeholders in understanding their new obligations around the Protect Duty, the Home Office has announced it will be collaborating with the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) and Pool Reinsurance to deliver an interactive platform to provide advice, guidance, and e-learning. The site is undergoing user testing ahead of its formal launch later this year. Working with professional industry experts will help stakeholders specify the most suitable safety solutions for every scheme and budget. Marshalls specialise in creating design-led landscape protection innovations, providing proven assurance and peace of mind that the chosen products will effectively protect people and property if an incident did happen.