An important part of high level security systems, is the assurance of a security escape procedure.

A security escape procedure involves the structure and planning of a personnel route, which is used in emergency situations. A well planned route will lead to one or several escape areas that can be utilised in the event that an area needs to be abandoned.

The protocol used may vary between escape procedures. However, there are several overarching principles that are often adhered to:

• The route should be as distance efficient as possible. This is in relation to the estimated area personnel will need to travel to an escape zone.
• The route should not pass by obtrusive or otherwise dangerous objects.
• The route should
• The time taken to travel the route should be checked through trials, in order to confirm its adequacy.
• The escape zone should be situated in an area away from potential breaches.