Kabul: Five-Day Security Risk Management Workshop Begins for 45 Safety and Security Officers

Sunday, November 8, 2026

A five-day training workshop on identifying, assessing and managing security risks has begun for 45 safety and security officers from the ARCS central headquarters, regional offices and provincial branches, with financial support from the ICRC.

At the opening of the workshop, Mawlawi Abdul Baqi Khairkhwah, Director of the ARCS Department of Safety and Security, welcomed the participants and said that every employee should have a thorough understanding of their duties and responsibilities and perform their tasks systematically and professionally in accordance with their job descriptions.

He urged participants to take responsibility in carrying out their duties and pay special attention to the physical safety of staff members and volunteers. He also emphasized the importance of risk assessment in preventing and managing potential security incidents. He thanked the ICRC for its continued cooperation and praised its efforts to build staff capacity.

During the five-day workshop, participants will receive theoretical and practical training on identifying, assessing and managing security risks, preventing potential threats, reducing risks, and selecting and implementing appropriate security measures.

Participants will also receive training on workplace security assessments, preparing security risk reports, monitoring and controlling threats through security cameras, managing the radio room, and operating radio communication equipment.

The workshop aims to enhance the security awareness of the ARCS staff, strengthen preparedness for potential threats, and develop the professional skills needed to ensure the safety of staff members and volunteers.

Alongside its efforts to enhance the professional capacities of staff members and volunteers, the ARCS continues to strengthen security awareness and risk management skills to create a safe working environment and ensure that humanitarian services are delivered safely and effectively.