From the current legislation and how it translates to your operations, through to managing proactive drone use, how to implement restricted airspace and protecting from illegal drones, this course provides attendees with a full understanding of everything to do with drone use in the United Kingdom.

Attendees also are provided with sample documents including tried and tested sample policies, procedures and briefing documents which will help them in dealing with proactive and unauthorised drone use.

CPD certificates will be issued to attendees also. Lunch and Refreshments provided.

Instructor

Andrew McQuillan has been involved in protecting stadia, venues and events from drones since he was Head of Security on HBO show Game of Thrones in 2012.

He now works internationally for governments, such as the European Aviation Safety Agency, on drone regulations as well as leading the Crowded Space Drones team deploying at major events and venues including Wimbledon, Music Festivals, Sports Tournaments, Airports, Television Shows and Airshows across the UK, Europe and USA.

Course Content

Drone Legislation

Existing Legislation for Drones in the United Kingdom
Future & Proposed Legislation
European Legislation and how it interacts with UK Legislation
The difference between indoor and outdoor drone flying
What the current licensing structure is for Drone Operators & Pilots

Drone Use

Common drone types and uses
Typical drones used to disrupt and what to look for
Process for conducting a Drone Threat & Risk Assessment

Drone Approvals

How to design an approval process which covers all drone types & uses
Advice on venue policies to prevent unauthorised use
How to respond to unauthorised drones including procedures for Security Staff and Stewards

Drone Detection

Overview of Drone Detection for venue
Practical demonstrate of available Drone Detection technology
Advice on what to do and not do for venue-based Drone Detection

Drone Mitigation

How to implement Airspace restrictions around your Stadia / Venue
UK legal process for physically or illegally an unauthorised / illegally flying drone

Using Drones for Safety Management

Examples of how drones are being used for Safety Management
Practical demonstration of the latest drone technology

Drone Regulations & Safety Management for Stadia, Venues and Events