The information is intended for use by architects and engineers, building owners and managers, and security officers, particularly those in Great Britain. Sources of risk and basic concepts of risk management are explained. Typical risks are listed for the following types of buildings: banks, post offices, retail stores, industrial plants, warehouses, offices, housing, schools, colleges, hospitals, hotels, airports, computer centers, military installations, and building sites. Discussions of design issues and their relation to security cover the building location and layout of the site, access points, the building exterior, and the building interior. Additional guidelines cover terrorism countermeasures, detection of intruders, access control, and the prevention of vandalism. The use of remote surveillance, computerized monitoring of security systems and other building services like heating, and safes and strongrooms are also described. Security management and procedures are also outlined. Diagrams, checklists, and index.