Close protection is not just strong men standing next to a VIP. It is a complete system of planning, observation and coordination, designed so the client moves freely and calmly without feeling any tension.
Advance work
Before any visit an advance team surveys the venue: entrances, exits, waiting areas, nearest hospital, alternative routes and likely choke points. This invisible work is the foundation of success.
Protective formations
Team size and spacing change with the environment — tight in corridors, wider in open spaces — with a team leader constantly reading the scene.
Vehicles and movement
The riskiest moments are getting in and out of the car. Drop-off points are pre-selected, the area is secured before the door opens, and a trained driver has an alternative route ready.
Operations room and communications
Field teams are linked to an operations room coordinating drivers and advance teams, so plans can change in seconds.
Emergency and evacuation plans
- Primary and secondary evacuation routes for every site.
- An agreed safe rally point.
- First-aid kit and knowledge of the nearest hospital.
- Clear instructions for every team member.
Confidentiality first
Schedules and accommodation details are never shared beyond need, and every Gard Masr operative is bound to confidentiality before, during and after the mission.
Hosting a VIP or need close protection yourself? Contact Gard Masr for a tailored plan.
