Formation of iSSWG is based on threat-level assessments by the Police. Industries that are assessed to have a comparatively higher level of vulnerability towards terrorism threat will be identified first for formation of iSSWG.

Any organisation that belongs to any of the identified industries are eligible and welcome to participate in the scheme. Below is a list of industries currently identified for formation of iSSWG:

Engagement with members of iSSWGs will be carried out together by the Police and relevant government authority/industrial association/council. Below are some examples of activities carried out:

a) Sharing of relevant crime statistics, concerns and preventive measures that will enable iSSWG members to better protect themselves from criminalities;

b) Sharing of relevant information on terrorism-related activities and issues that will enable iSSWG members to take up measures to heighten their alertness and protect themselves from becoming easy targets of terrorism;

c) Sharing the effectiveness of safety procedures and techniques that can enable iSSWG members to exercise self-help in the event of need;

d) Raising awareness and vigilance against crime and terrorism so that critical business communities can be involved in the nation’s quest to combat crime and terrorism;

e) Encouraging members to exercise responsibility in business continuity management (participate in the Corporate First Responder scheme, assess critical business functions and establish plans to deal with business continuity etc.) so that Singapore’s economy may not be adversely affected in event of untoward incident.

f) Encouraging members to volunteer their private security personnel on ‘Project Guardian’ so that the latter can be trained to assist the emergency authorities in mitigating a crisis

The industry, having formed an iSSWG with the Police, will be able to obtain timely information on terrorism and crime threats confronting them. With such information at hand, they will be better able to adopt preventive measures to protect their businesses. They can also benefit from the Police’s assistance to train and equip members of their industry with the necessary safety and security skills so that they can empower themselves to do more in times of need. This will contribute significantly to making Singapore a safe and secure best home for all.

Please contact your Government Authority/Industrial Association/Council to find out about iSSWG of your industry. Alternatively, you may email to spf_sswg@spf.gov.sg for your queries. There are no fees or charges imposed for registration on the iSSWG scheme.

There is no need to go through your building management. You can approach your Government Authority/Industrial Association/Council directly to register.

If your company does not fall under any of the industries identified, you would not be able to participate in the iSSWG scheme. However, ISD and the Police will review the Industry list from time to time. Do check out the updated list on our website at www.spf.gov.sg. Alternatively, you can also check if your company is eligible for the geographical-based SSWG scheme if you have not already done so.