Key players in a Safety Audit include:
- the local community;
- the local council;
- members of local agencies/authorities; and
- the local police.
Members or representatives from local councils are very important in the Safety Audit process because 70% of public space is owned by councils. Even if the local council does not initiate a safety audit it is still vital for them to be involved.
Local community members are also very important participants in the Safety Audit process. The programme is based on the local community taking action and responsibility for making their local environment safer and more secure.
Local police should also be involved in conducting the Safety Audit, as they are aware of areas of concern in local streets and other public places.
Last Updated: 09/12/2005